U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) posted a series of updates on February 22, 2026, highlighting its recent enforcement actions, commemorations, and victim support initiatives.
In a post from the early morning, ICE stated: "KIDNAPPING and a pending charge for HOMICIDE — this is NOT who you would want as your neighbor in Minneapolis, MN. Jor Yang, a criminal illegal alien from Laos, has a final removal order from 1999. He’ll remain in custody pending deportation." (February 22, 2026). The agency described the case of Jor Yang as an example of its ongoing efforts to detain individuals with serious criminal charges while their removal proceedings are completed.
Later that morning, ICE commemorated one of its fallen officers: "Today we honor Customs Patrol Officer and Native American member of the Tohono O’Odham Nation Glenn R. Miles Sr. who was shot to death in 1986 while pursuing suspected illegal aliens. ICE remembers you and pledges its continued resolve to ensure public safety and national" (February 22, 2026). This statement reflects the agency's tradition of honoring personnel lost in the line of duty.
By mid-afternoon, ICE highlighted resources available for victims impacted by immigration-related crimes through its Victims Of Immigration Crime Engagement (VOICE) office: "Do you know that ICE’s VOICE office supports victims and families impacted by immigration-related crimes by: • Helping victims follow and understand the immigration enforcement and removal process. • Signing up victims to receive automated custody status information on" (February 22, 2026). The VOICE office provides assistance for those affected by crimes connected to immigration issues by guiding them through processes and offering updates on custody status.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is responsible for enforcing federal laws governing border control, customs, trade, and immigration within the United States.
