Federal immigration agents conducted a large-scale operation on Canal Street in Manhattan, leading to the arrest of several street vendors and sparking significant protests from the local community. The raids targeted vendors allegedly involved in selling counterfeit goods and resulted in the detention of both undocumented immigrants and protesters. Local officials condemned the operation, citing it as a source of fear and chaos among residents. Tensions escalated as protesters confronted masked federal agents, leading to scuffles and heightened emotions. City leaders, including the mayor and public advocate, criticized the federal response, calling it an abuse of power and expressing solidarity with affected communities. Additionally, ICE officials indicated that this crackdown could lead to an increase in arrests across New York City. The operation has raised questions about immigration enforcement tactics and the impact on immigrant communities.