During a Sunday Night in America segment, CBP senior advisor Ron Vitiello and ICE deputy director Madison Sheahan discussed the federal agencies’ efforts to secure the U.S.-Mexico border. Viti’tello suggested that a key factor in Trump’s presidential victory was his promise to strengthen border security, stating that voters were primarily motivated by this commitment.
Sheahan, who oversees ICE operations, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the agency’s ongoing work to combat border violence and secure the nation’s borders. Both officials emphasized the importance of enforcing immigration laws and ensuring the safety of border communities. They also addressed the challenges faced by ICE agents, including violence and hostile encounters with individuals attempting to cross illegally.