Overview

• Foley condemned Wu’s characterization of ICE agents as “secret police” and called the remarks reckless and inflammatory.
• She asserted that every ICE operation in Massachusetts follows constitutional protocols and legal justification.
• Foley explained that agents wear masks after receiving threats and doxxing against themselves and their families.
• Mayor Wu defended her description as reflecting what Bostonians have witnessed during recent enforcement actions.
• Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons reported that nearly 1,500 people were detained in Massachusetts during May’s enforcement sweep.