DHS Slams Rhode Island For Ignoring ICE Detainer On Sex-Crimes Suspect, Says Public At Risk

On Fox News’ America Reports, DHS Public Affairs Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said Rhode Island refused to honor an ICE detainer for an undocumented migrant accused of sex crimes, warning the decision endangers residents. The segment spotlights growing tensions between DHS/ICE and local jurisdictions over detainer noncompliance. It aligns with a short-term pattern of federal officials publicly pressuring sanctuary-style policies.