Trump border czar Tom Homan reveals ICE teams are already arresting ‘public safety threats’

Border czar Tom Homan announced on Tuesday that the mass deportation operation has officially begun, marking a significant step in the Trump administration’s efforts to address the border crisis and combat illegal immigration. Homan revealed that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) teams have already been deployed to prioritize public safety threats and execute targeted arrests.

The administration has promised a “historic” mass deportation operation, with plans for arrests to commence immediately. However, leaks of operational information forced a reevaluation of the initial plan, particularly in Chicago. Homan emphasized the importance of officer safety concerns in light of these leaks, but confirmed that teams are now in the field, effective immediately.

When asked about the specific targets of the operation, Homan stressed that public safety threats are the top priority. However, he made it clear that no one in the country illegally is exempt from potential arrest. He highlighted the challenges posed by sanctuary cities, where law enforcement is restricted from accessing certain individuals in jails, necessitating neighborhood searches for enforcement.

In a recent development, two Department of Homeland Security (DHS) memos were reported on, including one that reversed a 2021 memo by former DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. This memo expanded the list of “protected areas” where ICE enforcement was prohibited, citing concerns about access to essential services and activities. The new memo rescinded this guidance, advocating for discretion and common sense in enforcement decisions.

Homan’s remarks come in the wake of heightened efforts by the Trump administration to address illegal immigration. The administration has pledged to crack down on sanctuary cities and increase enforcement presence in neighborhoods to ensure that individuals in violation of immigration laws are held accountable. The ongoing mass deportation operation underscores the administration’s commitment to border security and immigration enforcement.

Adam Shaw, a politics reporter for Fox News Digital covering immigration and border security, shared these developments. For more information and updates, you can contact Adam Shaw at adam.shaw2@fox.com or follow him on Twitter.