JOURNAL ARTICLE

ICE Enforcement Is Echoing the Fugitive Slave Act.

  • Published In: Bloomberg Opinion, 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Mihm, Stephen 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the implications of federal overreach, drawing parallels between historical events and current immigration policies under Donald Trump's administration. It highlights the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850, which faced significant backlash and ultimately contributed to the rise of abolitionism and the collapse of the Whig Party. The author argues that Trump's use of federal power to enforce unpopular immigration policies may provoke similar resistance among the populace, suggesting that history could repeat itself. The piece emphasizes the importance of understanding these historical lessons in the context of contemporary governance. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Bloomberg Opinion. 2026/01, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Law
  • Publication Date:2026
  • Accession Number:191273110
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