NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — More than 100 people have reportedly been detained by Immigrations and Customs Enforcement since a “public safety operation” with Tennessee Highway Patrol started in Nashville last weekend, but local leaders are still looking for answers.
In a press conference on Friday, May 9, Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell demanded transparency from ICE while local nonprofits are working to educate the public on their rights. O’Connell is also taking steps to improve communication within city departments moving forward.
THP said in a statement that their role is clear: enforce traffic laws fairly and consistently. They emphasized that stops are based on driver behavior rather than identity…