Top White House officials, including Border Czar Tom Homan and U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, visited Phoenix on April 8 for the Border Security Expo at the Phoenix Convention Center. Homan highlighted a 94% decrease in illegal border crossings and emphasized the administration’s focus on securing the border and deportation operations. Noem participated in a deportation raid with ICE agents, leading to the arrest of three migrants with criminal histories. Both officials received mixed reactions, with House Democrats expressing concerns about deportation practices and Sen. Ruben Gallego criticizing Noem’s handling of Homeland Security. However, Cochise County Sheriff Mark Dannels praised the engagement of federal officials with local partners. The expo runs from April 8 to 9, providing opportunities to learn more about border security efforts. The visits underscore ongoing debates and challenges surrounding immigration and border security in Arizona.
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