ICE officers prepping for ‘big f–king operation’ across sanctuary cities immediately after Trump inauguration
SUMMARY
Immigration and Customs Enforcement is preparing to launch a major operation targeting sanctuary cities, including Chicago and New York, immediately after Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20, 2025. The planned multi-day raids, starting January 21, aim to arrest individuals with removal orders, prioritizing those deemed threats to national security. Tom Homan, Trump’s incoming border czar, confirmed plans to “take the handcuffs off ICE” and aggressively enforce immigration laws, with a focus on criminal aliens but warning no one is off-limits. Sources report that some ICE offices have paused arrests to free up detention space for the upcoming sweeps. Chicago’s operation alone will deploy 200 ICE agents. Homan also met with NYC Mayor Eric Adams, whose stance on immigration has reportedly shifted. Additionally, the incoming administration plans immediate border policy changes, including eliminating the CBP One app, which facilitated border crossings for nearly 1,00,000 illegals.
