The Department of Homeland Security said Tuesday that immigration agents will enter schools to make arrests in only “extremely rare” circumstances and not to target children, as the department sought to push back on a rash of news reports suggesting some kids are avoiding their classrooms. Here’s what you need to know about ICE enforcement in schools:

The Homeland Security clarification

Agency pushes back on media reports about school raids:

The enforcement protocol

Department outlines strict approval process for school arrests:

The media criticism

Official blames press for creating fear and resistance:

The enrollment data

Early reports show no attendance drop in key enforcement areas:

The anticipated changes

LA superintendent expects future impact despite current data:

The Biden-era restrictions

Previous administration expanded protected locations significantly:

The Trump policy reversal

Current administration lifts previous enforcement limitations:

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• Department of Homeland Security: Immigration arrests in schools ’extremely rare’

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