Trump Border Czar Faces NYC Democrats' Fury Over Immigration Policies and Activist Arrest

Tom Homan defends federal immigration crackdowns and activist Mahmoud Khalil's detention during contentious Albany visit.

Tom Homan, Trump's 'border czar,' visited Albany to support Republican-led efforts to repeal New York's pro-immigrant policies, including the Green Light Law allowing undocumented immigrants to obtain driver's licenses.
Homan faced heated protests from New York City Democrats, who criticized his role in the arrest of Columbia University activist Mahmoud Khalil, who is facing deportation but has not been formally charged with a crime.
Homan alleged Khalil incited pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia and distributed materials for Hamas, labeling him a national security threat, though Khalil's attorneys deny these claims.
Homan praised NYC Mayor Eric Adams for cooperating with federal immigration enforcement, dismissing accusations of a quid pro quo involving the dismissal of Adams' federal corruption charges.
Homan warned Governor Kathy Hochul and state Democrats that federal agents would increase their presence in New York if the state continues to resist cooperation with federal immigration policies.