While the federal government shutdown that took effect Oct. 1 will impact “non-essential” services, ICE activities in New Bedford and Fall River will likely not be affected.
According to the Department of Homeland Security’s website, law enforcement activities that include “irregular migration management will be maintained,” as will “drug interdiction.”
Its website states, “During a lapse in funding, the Department of Homeland Security may only continue ‘exempt’ activities such as law enforcement and maritime protection.”
It also says the website will not be “actively managed” during the shutdown.
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