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ICE should do traffic stops despite recent shootings, Trump says, seeming to oppose new suspension
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 15, 2026
· 5 min read
The Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency should continue vehicle stops after recent fatal shootings, President Donald Trump said on Wednesday, seeming to oppose a new suspension of the practice used as part of his immigration crackdown.ICE is “doing a GREAT job, one that has to be done,” Tr...
Key takeaway This time, a 28-year-old man was killed after he was hit by a tractor trailer while running from immigration and other federal officers, authorities said.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
In San Antonio , where immigration enforcement is a persistent concern, the recent debate over ICE traffic stops has significant implications. The city's large immigrant population and proximity to the US-Mexico border make it a key location for immigration operations. As the Trump administration's immigration crackdown continues, San Antonio residents may wonder how the new policy on traffic stops will be implemented locally. The fact that a fatal shooting occurred in nearby Houston just last week underscores the need for careful consideration of ICE's tactics in the region. With at least 10 people killed during immigration operations since the start of the Trump administration, local leaders and residents will be watching closely to see how the agency balances its enforcement goals with the need to protect public safety and prevent further tragedies.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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