Former acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Tom Homan, has reiterated his uncompromising stance on immigration enforcement, stating that his ultimate goal is the deportation of "EVERY illegal alien criminal and every illegal alien terr*rist" from the United States. His remarks, shared on social media by ALX 🇺🇸, came in response to a question about meeting administration-set goals for deportations, to which Homan asserted, "I don't have a goal."
Homan, who served as acting ICE Director from 2017 to 2018, has consistently advocated for aggressive enforcement of immigration laws. He views undocumented presence in the U.S. as a significant national security vulnerability, a sentiment he has expressed by saying, "You better start packing now" to undocumented immigrants. His philosophy extends beyond targeting only those with criminal records, maintaining that anyone in the country illegally is "not off the table."
Currently a Fox News contributor and a visiting fellow at the conservative Heritage Foundation, Homan is also a contributor to Project 2025, a policy initiative proposing increased border security measures and more robust immigration enforcement. His consistent message emphasizes that while public safety and national security threats remain priorities, the law dictates that all individuals residing in the country without authorization are subject to deportation.
Homan's approach reflects a belief that strict enforcement is necessary to uphold the rule of law and deter future unauthorized immigration. He has previously defended broad enforcement actions, including workplace raids, and criticized "sanctuary cities" for impeding federal immigration efforts. His statements underscore a commitment to a comprehensive deportation strategy, aiming for the removal of all undocumented individuals.