Tom Homan, the border czar appointed by President Donald Trump, expressed his dissatisfaction with the number of arrests made by immigration officials in the United States. Homan emphasized the need for more arrests of criminal aliens, stating that while the current numbers are good, they are not sufficient in his view.
During a press briefing at the White House, Homan issued a stern warning to sanctuary cities, stating that they would face increased presence of agents and more arrests of criminals due to their policies. Sanctuary cities, which limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities, have been a focal point of the Trump administration's efforts to enforce immigration laws.
Since assuming office, President Trump has targeted sanctuary cities through executive orders and agency actions aimed at compelling them to align with his immigration agenda. This approach has led to legal challenges from cities like San Francisco, California, and Portland, Oregon, which have sued the administration, alleging that it has unlawfully targeted and threatened sanctuary jurisdictions.
The ongoing debate over immigration enforcement and the role of sanctuary cities continues to be a contentious issue in the United States. The clash between federal and local authorities on immigration policies underscores the complex and polarizing nature of the immigration debate in the country.
