Delaware Governor Calls for ICE Dissolution and Emphasizes Immigrant Community Protection
Governor Matt Meyer urged the elimination of ICE, arguing that immigrant communities are unfairly blamed for broader economic and public-safety issues.
During a Thursday appearance on NewsNation’s “Morning in America,” Delaware Governor Matt Meyer advocated for the abolition of Immigration and Customs Enforcement, describing the agency as harmful to immigrant communities. He argued that these communities are victims of a flawed immigration system and should not be scapegoated for economic or public-safety challenges. Meyer emphasized that criminals must be pursued irrespective of citizenship status and highlighted bipartisan concerns about prolonged processing times for legal authorizations.
He called on the Department of Homeland Security to halt ICE operations in neighborhoods where residents oppose its presence. The governor also expressed willingness to work with federal authorities to ensure dangerous individuals are removed from local areas. His remarks concluded with a reiteration that immigrants should not be blamed for problems unrelated to them.
Why it matters
The governor’s call to dissolve ICE could influence national immigration policy and affect how communities view law-enforcement priorities.
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