Tom Homan warns NYC of massive ICE raids after the House approves a $70B immigration bill

NEW YORK– President Trump’s border czar Tom Homan has issued a strong warning to New York City, saying the city may soon face a major increase in immigration enforcement. During recent interviews, he said New York could see “more ICE agents than you’ve ever seen”, describing it as a direct response to the city’s new laws that limit cooperation with federal immigration officers.

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New York recently passed rules that restrict how local police and city agencies interact with ICE. These rules include limits on information‑sharing, restrictions on ICE entering certain public buildings without a warrant, and new guidelines on how arrests can be handled.
The border czar argued that these policies make it harder for federal officers to detain people who have been released from local jails.

He also claimed he has reviewed an “operational plan” for a large ICE deployment in New York City. However, he did not provide any date, timeline, or specific details.
So far, no official announcement has been made by the Department of Homeland Security or ICE about any planned raids.

New York officials responded quickly. City leaders said they will continue to defend immigrant communities and will challenge any actions that create fear or disrupt neighborhoods. They also said the city’s policies are designed to protect families and ensure fair treatment for all residents.

While this warning was making headlines, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a major $70 billion immigration funding package in a narrow 214–212 vote. The bill provides long‑term funding for immigration enforcement for the remainder of President Donald Trump’s term.

The funding package includes:

• $38 billion for ICE, including detention, transportation, and enforcement operations
• $26 billion for Border Patrol, including staffing, equipment, and border technology
• $5 billion for emergency or unexpected needs

Republicans said the funding is necessary to strengthen border security and support federal officers. Democrats opposed the bill, arguing that it gives ICE too much money without adding oversight or reforms.

The bill now goes to President Trump, who is expected to sign it into law. Once signed, the funding will remain in place for three years, preventing Congress from reducing ICE or Border Patrol budgets during that time.

Together, the border czar’s warning and the new funding package have increased national attention on immigration enforcement. Many communities, especially in large cities like New York, are watching closely to see how these developments will affect families, neighborhoods, and local policies in the months ahead.