ICE: Enforcement Unchanged During Government Shutdown
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) publicly stated that immigration laws and enforcement will remain in effect amid the federal government shutdown, posting on X that rumors claiming the shutdown would allow unauthorized border crossings are false. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem echoed the message, saying DHS law‑enforcement officers will continue to work—even without pay—while OMB director Russell Vought planned outreach to congressional Republicans as funding talks continue.
Politics
Immigration
🔍 Key Facts
- ICE posted on X: 'Rumors that a U.S. government shutdown will allow illegal immigrants to enter the United States are FALSE.'
- DHS Secretary Kristi Noem said 'more than 200,000' DHS law‑enforcement officers will continue working during the shutdown and go without pay until retroactive compensation is provided.
- The article situates the statements with the onset of a federal funding lapse and notes OMB Director Russell Vought will hold a phone call with congressional Republicans about the shutdown.