ICE has and has had authority to search and detain in “public places” (apparently including cars) without any warrant, provocation or even statement of their purpose.

The 1952 Immigration and Nationality Act gives ICE broad power, including the right to arrest many noncitizens. The extent of this power is now being tested.

Videos showing masked officers whisking people into unmarked cars have sparked outcry. A look at ICE’s powers as Congress prepares to give the agency a giant infusion of cash.

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Powers designated to local Port Orange police officers participating in the 287 (g) agreement with ICE will be the same as other law enforcement agencies in the state, as described by the governor ...

The 1952 Immigration and Nationality Act gives ICE broad power, including the right to arrest many noncitizens. The extent of this power is now being tested.

Still, ICE’s powers to interrogate, arrest and detain noncitizens are not absolute. READ MORE: Florida is rushing to enforce new immigration laws. Here's what to know ...