Following the killings of two American citizens by immigration officers in Minneapolis and growing concerns about the government's tactics, ICE arrests across the country dropped by nearly 12%. The shift followed a period of intense enforcement, with agents using aggressive tactics. Data shows arrests peaked in December and remained high the following month. The public's perception of the immigration operation in Minnesota may have contributed to the shake-up of top immigration officials. Arrests decreased significantly in several states, but increased in others. The Trump administration insists it is targeting the worst criminals, but the reality is complicated, with many arrested having no criminal history. Court filings reveal ongoing deportation tactics, even with the decrease in arrests. Experts are unsure if these shifts are permanent.