Tom Homan, former border czar, emphasized the need for a targeted immigration enforcement approach, prioritizing the arrest of criminal immigrants to maintain public support. Following a controversial enforcement strategy in Los Angeles, which sparked widespread protests and criticism, Homan advocated for reducing federal officers in favor of local law enforcement cooperation. Despite claims of targeted operations, evidence suggests increased arrests of individuals without criminal records, contrasting Homan’s stance. The tactics of Homeland Security have faced heightened scrutiny, especially after the fatal shootings of two U.S. citizens by immigration authorities.
