The Indicator from Planet Money · October 8, 2026 · 9m

The chilling effect of ICE in hospitals

This episode examines the impact of a policy shift under the second Trump administration allowing ICE to make arrests in hospitals. Featuring Dr. William D. Lopez, author of Raiding the Heartland, the discussion covers the chilling effect on patients seeking care and the economic burdens on healthcare systems and immigrant communities.

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The end of sensitive areas policy

Under the second Trump administration, ICE agents can now enter hospitals to make arrests, a reversal of previous 'sensitive areas' protections.

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Chilling effect on healthcare access

Patients are avoiding hospitals due to fear of deportation, while healthcare workers face ethical dilemmas between cooperating with ICE or protecting patient confidentiality.

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