Meet the Press Jan. 11 — Tom Homan, Sen. Chris Murphy and Mayor Jacob Frey
Jan 11, 2026
Join Tom Homan, the former acting director of ICE, who defends enforcement priorities following a controversial shooting in Minneapolis. Senator Chris Murphy discusses the dangers of current DHS policies and advocates for reform, while Mayor Jacob Frey calls for transparency in investigations and shares insights on local policing and community trust. The conversation also touches on the significance of anti-government protests in Iran and the political landscape as midterms approach, showcasing a dynamic clash of views on immigration and public safety.
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Rhetoric Raises Real Danger
- Tom Homan warns that heated anti-ICE rhetoric has contributed to violence and bloodshed nationwide.
- He argues officers may perceive heightened threats and make split-second life-or-death decisions in that environment.
Federal Jurisdiction Shapes Probes
- Homan emphasizes federal jurisdiction when a federal officer is involved and defends the FBI-led investigation model.
- He contends local sanctuary policies forced ICE into the community instead of jails, increasing confrontations.
Prior Attack Shapes Officer's Response
- Homan recounts an ICE officer previously being dragged by a car and receiving 33 stitches, framing his sensitivity to vehicle threats.
- He uses that prior attack to explain why the officer might have feared for his life in the Minneapolis shooting.