Overview

• Two individuals within the Department of Homeland Security have been identified as alleged leakers of sensitive information about ICE operations, according to Secretary Kristi Noem.
• The leaks reportedly jeopardized law enforcement officers' safety and allowed targeted individuals, including gang members, to evade capture during immigration raids.
• Noem stated that the department will refer the accused leakers to the Department of Justice for felony prosecution, with potential penalties of up to 10 years in federal prison.
• The leaks are part of broader challenges faced by the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement efforts, including ongoing resistance within federal agencies.
• DHS has emphasized its commitment to rooting out leaks and ensuring the safety and effectiveness of its operations moving forward.