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DHS Secretary Mullin slams sanctuary politicians

Published Thursday, September 24, 2026 · Updated September 24

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  • Critique of Sanctuary Policies and Defense of ICE — 1 source

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DHS Secretary Mullin has criticized "sanctuary politicians" for allegedly contributing to a significant increase in assaults against ICE officers. This comes amid a broader debate on immigration enforcement and political rhetoric surrounding ICE's actions.

What We Know — Key Points

  • There were 647 assaults against ICE personnel from Jan. 20, 2025, through Sept. 20, 2026, compared to 37 under the Biden administration from Jan. 20, 2021, to Sept. 20, 2022.

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Critique of Sanctuary Policies and Defense of ICE
  • Fox News

    Fox News emphasized the dramatic increase in assaults against ICE officers, attributing it to "vicious lies" spread by "sanctuary politicians and their foot soldiers," framing the issue as an attack on law enforcement and American safety. The outlet also highlighted the Department of Homeland Security's strong rebuttal against what it calls "lies" from Democrats and the media regarding an ICE shooting, suggesting political pushback is an attempt to undermine ICE's enforcement of immigration laws.

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