July 4, 20254:27 PM ET
Heard on All Things Considered
From GBH News
By Paul Singer
With sweeping ICE arrests taking place, some Black residents worry the color of their skin could make them susceptible, and they’re taking steps to prevent negative encounters.
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The Trump administration’s crackdown on immigrants is fueling conversations around the country about law enforcement tactics and the rights of immigrants and those accused of violating laws. It has also stirred a conversation in Black communities, where organizers say it’s a reminder that they have long been targets of aggressive policing. From member station GBH, Paul Singer has the story of a Boston-based effort to remind Black people of their rights when confronted by law enforcement.