South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem Discusses ICE Operations
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem spoke live on Fox News after Immigration and Customs Enforcement carried out arrests outside California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s press conference. She described the action as confrontational but emphasized that such operations are not spontaneous.
Details on ICE and Border Patrol Actions
Noem said every ICE and Border Patrol action is grounded in investigative work and specific intelligence. She explained these operations are planned based on who authorities believe is present in an area and the evidence indicating illegal activity.
Prioritization of Dangerous Offenders
The governor reiterated that federal enforcement prioritizes the most dangerous offenders. “We’re focused on the worst of the worst,” she said, adding that officers conduct investigations to ensure dangerous criminals are removed from the streets.
Source of Her Comments
Her comments were reported via Mediaite.