Trump Administration Responds to Arlington County’s ICE Directive

The Trump administration criticized Arlington County Board Chairman Matt de Ferranti for urging residents to call 911 regarding ICE sightings, arguing it endangers public safety and incites unrest. De Ferranti claimed the recommendation aimed to alert local law enforcement to potential violence rather than obstruct ICE operations. DHS officials highlighted recent arrests of violent illegal immigrants in Arlington, asserting that local policies against cooperation with federal law enforcement compromise safety. De Ferranti emphasized the responsibility to protect the community while adhering to laws against interfering with federal immigration enforcement.