Human Events Daily with Jack Posobiec Exclusive Interview with I.C.E Director Todd Lyons
Jan 13, 2026
Todd Lyons, the Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and a former law enforcement official, dives into the complexities of ICE operations, particularly in Minneapolis. He addresses the challenges posed by sanctuary policies and the real public safety implications. They also highlight ICE's focus on violent offenders and discuss alarming trends like vehicle ramming attacks caused by organized agitators. Lyons emphasizes the importance of reducing political rhetoric to ensure safer operations for his team.
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Media Misframes ICE Presence
- Todd Lyons says media misframes ICE's Minneapolis presence as an overreach, ignoring the underlying fraud and sanctuary policies.
- He frames ICE operations as lawful responses to large-scale Somali welfare fraud and local non-cooperation.
Unhonored Detainers Increase Street Risk
- Lyons highlights nearly 1,500 unhonored ICE detainers in Minnesota as a driver for street arrests.
- He argues re-releasing convicted felons undermines public safety and forces riskier field operations.
Coordinate Handoffs To Reduce Risk
- Notify ICE before releasing detainees so federal agents can coordinate safer handoffs and arrests.
- Hold suspects briefly or alert ICE to prevent dangerous public releases and chaotic field arrests.