Acting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Director Todd Lyons addressed President Donald Trump’s immigration policies during an interview on ‘Sunday Night in America,’ emphasizing the agency’s commitment to enforcing immigration laws as written. Lyons, who assumed the role following the departure of former Director Thomas Homan, discussed the administration’s efforts to prioritize deportation of undocumented immigrants and strengthen border security measures.
The interview provided a platform for Lyons to reinforce the administration’s stance on immigration enforcement, stressing that ICE operates within the legal framework established by Congress. He reiterated the importance of upholding border security and ensuring that those who break immigration laws face consequences. However, critics have raised concerns about the potential impact of aggressive enforcement on families and communities, prompting ongoing debate over the policy’s effectiveness and humanitarian implications.