Staff Reports
In an unlikely twist of political fellowship, former Immigration and Customs Enforcement Director Tom Homan recently met with New York City Mayor Eric Adams, who just might have realized that he should stray a little from the left and get back to that whole law enforcement thing. Homan, who stands poised to oversee the significant border security measures and mass deportations promised by President Trump, hinted at productive discussions that could benefit public safety—something that has been notably lacking in many Democratic leadership approaches.
Over the past couple of years, Homan didn’t miss an opportunity to call out Adams for forgetting his roots as a police officer and leaning too heavily into his political persona. But it seems that a conversation at the table worked wonders. Reports suggest that the mayor sensed the importance of working hand-in-hand with law enforcement to tackle the serious issues posed by illegal immigrants in the city, essentially recognizing that his role is more than just offering sanctuary. In classic fashion, Homan pointed out that his concern isn’t about turning cops into immigration agents, but rather about allowing them to work collaboratively to rid communities of threats—clearly a win-win for everyone involved.
HOLY SH*T 🚨 Border Czar Tom Homan just said the meeting with NYC Mayor Adams went “Very Well” and he saw the “Cop come out of him” 🇺🇸
TIME TO MAKE AMERICA SAFE AGAIN 🔥
— MAGA Voice (@MAGAVoice) December 17, 2024
Homan juxtaposed Adams with the usual Democratic cast of characters who continue to promote policies that defy federal immigration law. Notably, he stressed that public safety needs to be the priority, and he urged all parties to come together, casting aside the divisiveness that seems to dominate the current political landscape. When it comes to dangerous criminals, there should be no room for partisanship—it’s common sense that resonates across the political spectrum. Unfortunately, the far-left seems to have forgotten that safety comes first.
The discussion turned serious when Homan addressed the grim realities of illegal immigration, highlighting tragic incidents like the murder of University of Georgia student Laken Riley, who lost her life at the hands of a Venezuelan national. According to Homan, had Adams and the NYPD maintained a better relationship with ICE, this crime could have been prevented. The hope now is that the city can respond proactively and effectively, but one must question whether this new alliance can sustain itself or if it will crumble under the usual political pressure that the mayor often faces from the left.
Meanwhile, the New York City immigration situation remains dire. Mayor Adams recently confirmed that the city has taken in over 220,000 illegal aliens and asylum seekers since 2022. This influx is costing city taxpayers an astounding $352 per night to accommodate them in shelters, which are popping up all over like weeds in a neglected garden. With the total cost of this ongoing crisis estimated to hit $12 billion, one can only wonder how long residents will tolerate this kind of financial burden while administrators continue to grapple with the implications of open-border policies.
In a press conference following Homan’s meeting, Adams expressed a willingness to cooperate with the former ICE chief on deportation initiatives, particularly concerning those who’ve committed violent crimes. Though he acknowledged that the sentiment about addressing crime isn’t groundbreaking, it’s remarkable to hear a Democrat echo a call for action that resembles a return to the rule of law. Still, the lingering question remains: what happens when this collaboration meets the expected backlash from the more radical activists in his party?
