WASHINGTON D.C February 7, 2026 – Former ICE Acting Director and current border security figure Tom Homan sharply criticized political leaders in Minnesota during a recent appearance, accusing them of creating contradictory policies on criminal arrests and immigration enforcement.
In a video clip shared by the official White House Rapid Response account (@RapidResponse47), Homan stated:
“For the politicians that say, ‘We want you to arrest the criminals…’ but not let me in the jails — you can’t square that. If you really want to arrest the criminals and target the criminals… let us do in the safety and security of a jail.”
The remarks, posted early Sunday morning, highlight ongoing tensions between federal immigration authorities and certain state or local jurisdictions regarding ICE access to correctional facilities. Homan’s comments appear to address policies that limit or prohibit federal agents from conducting immigration enforcement actions — such as detainers or interviews — inside jails or prisons, even when targeting individuals accused or convicted of crimes.
The post quickly gained traction, amassing over 17,500 views, 600+ likes, and dozens of replies within hours. Many conservative-leaning users echoed Homan’s frustration, with responses accusing Democratic-led areas of protecting criminals or undermining law enforcement. Some replies framed the issue as part of broader claims about political motivations behind sanctuary-style policies.
Others questioned the practicality or danger of allowing such access, while a few defended the need for clearer cooperation between federal and local authorities to prioritize public safety.
The video originates from an event or interview in Minnesota, though specific details about the location and full context were not immediately detailed in the post. Homan, a prominent voice in the Trump administration’s immigration agenda, has frequently advocated for stronger enforcement measures and cooperation from local governments.
This development comes amid continued national debates over immigration enforcement priorities, sanctuary jurisdictions, and federal-state relations in law enforcement. No immediate response from Minnesota officials was referenced in connection with the clip.
The White House Rapid Response account, which shared the video, describes itself as supporting the President’s “America First agenda” and holding media accountable.
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