U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) published a series of posts on January 13, 2026, addressing the impact of deportations on housing costs and community safety, as well as the importance of local cooperation with federal immigration authorities.
In one post from January 13, ICE stated: "When deportations go UP, housing costs go DOWN. ICE protects Americans' safety — and their bank accounts." The agency also shared a link in a subsequent tweet at the same time: "https://t.co/beRvatpOM1".
Later that day, ICE commented on the relationship between local leadership and public safety: "In cities and states where local leaders actively work with ICE to protect their communities from criminal illegal aliens, violent protests — like those in Minnesota — do not occur, and operations proceed as planned. Everything stems from local leadership and their cooperation" (January 13).
The agency's statements come amid ongoing debates over immigration enforcement policies in the United States. ICE is responsible for enforcing federal laws governing border control, customs, trade, and immigration to promote homeland security and public safety.
