Advocates decry spike in ICE arrests across Santa Fe
Aug 21, 2026·Location: Santa Fe, NM

Immigration advocates in Santa Fe reported a recent increase in ICE arrests, with at least 11 people reportedly detained on a Wednesday, along with additional arrests occurring over the preceding weekend and into early Thursday. Advocates said they are alarmed by the pace of the arrests and are calling for community action in response.
Sources
- 'We can't allow this to happen': Advocates decry recent spike in Santa Fe ICE arrests | Local News
- 'We can't allow this to happen': Advocates decry recent spike in Santa Fe ICE arrests | Searchlight New Mexico
searchlightnm.org·Aug 21, 2026·archived copy
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