Trump Administration Plans Intensified Immigration Enforcement in New York City Despite Local Opposition

Nov 19, 2025 10:12 am CST

White House border czar Tom Homan announces plans to increase federal immigration operations in New York City, citing its sanctuary status. Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul oppose the move, emphasizing immigrant contributions and stating federal intervention is unwanted. Reports suggest the administration may use a Staten Island Coast Guard facility to detain migrants as part of its broader immigration crackdown targeting major US cities.