Mullin Pushes for Smarter Immigration Enforcement | Lincoln News

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin is rallying state and local governments to partner with federal immigration authorities, arguing that coordinated efforts will make deportations safer, less visible, and more effective—targeting only those with criminal convictions who are unlawfully in the country. He insists honoring immigration detainers isn’t controversial, as it focuses on convicted offenders, not undocumented immigrants at large, and warns that chasing people post-release could endanger officers and the public. Mullin cites Oklahoma’s success and a recent World Cup example to show how collaboration enhances safety and deters trafficking. Despite criticism for being too lenient, he maintains zero tolerance for criminals or those who ignored legal pathways to stay. Under his leadership, ICE has surged arrests—over 1,500 daily in early July—reflecting a hardline enforcement strategy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/612a3c061ddaa1a9