New York City has reportedly released nearly 7,000 illegal migrants with serious criminal records since January, prompting intense criticism from the Department of Homeland Security. Officials warn that these sanctuary policies endanger public safety, citing a history of violent offenses and urging state leaders to honor ICE detainer requests.

In the aftermath of a deadly vehicle attack in New Orleans, CNN’s Wolf Blitzer pressed Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas on whether local officials failed to act on federal warnings. Mayorkas defended the city, emphasizing the efforts of local authorities and the challenges posed by lone offenders.