U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) posted a series of updates on December 16, 2025, addressing criminal enforcement actions, security threats, and public safety advice.
In a post published at 15:23 UTC, ICE highlighted the criminal record of an individual from Thailand: "Thai criminal illegal alien Kitsana Xaypanya’s extensive rap sheet features multiple felonies, including drug trafficking, fraud, shoplifting and a weapons offense."
Later that day, at 16:47 UTC, ICE reported on a foiled plot targeting its facilities: "Our Homeland is being protected against threats from within.
Thanks to ICE HSI, @FBI, @TheJusticeDept and other partners, terrorist attacks targeting ICE facilities in California and Louisiana by a left-wing extremist group were thwarted.
Every politician should condemn this".
In another post at 19:00 UTC, ICE Director Todd Lyons issued seasonal consumer protection advice: "Buy gift cards from authorized retailers, not from outside sources.
ICE Director Todd Lyons provides you and your loved ones with helpful tips to avoid getting scammed during the holiday season."
ICE is responsible for enforcing federal laws governing border control, customs, trade and immigration to promote homeland security and public safety. The agency often collaborates with other federal entities such as the FBI and Department of Justice in countering threats or investigating crimes. These posts reflect ongoing efforts both in law enforcement operations involving foreign nationals convicted of crimes and in counterterrorism measures within U.S. borders. Public advisories like those provided by Director Lyons are part of broader initiatives aimed at protecting consumers during periods when scams are more prevalent.
