Published on, Sept. 5 -- September 5, 2025 12:54 PM

Dozens of migrants were detained during large-scale immigration raids in New York state, sparking anger and concern. Governor Kathy Hochul condemned the operation, saying families were torn apart and children left vulnerable without parents returning home.

The raids were carried out in Cato and Fulton by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. Officials confirmed that over 40 people were taken, while witnesses reported the figure exceeded 70, making it one of the largest workplace raids in recent years.

Advocacy groups strongly criticized the raids, stressing that many detained individuals were hardworking factory employees. A migrant rights organization reported that over 70 w...