Democrats Propose ICE Tracker, Republicans Warn Safety Risks

Democratic lawmakers and Los Angeles officials, including Rep. Robert Garcia, Sen. Richard Blumenthal and Mayor Karen Bass, announced plans to launch a “master ICE tracker” — an online tool to collect community-submitted reports, videos and data documenting ICE, CBP and other immigration‑enforcement operations. Supporters say the tracker will expose alleged misconduct and aid oversight, with related efforts by New York Attorney General Letitia James and others creating tip lines and requests for video evidence. Attorney General Pam Bondi, Rep. Bryan Steil and other Republicans and law‑enforcement backers warn the tracker could jeopardize agent safety, obstruct operations and aid violent actors, citing a reported surge in assaults on ICE personnel and a prior app that was pulled after Justice Department concerns. House Administration Chairman Bryan Steil has said he will not allow the tool on official House systems; Democrats say the tracker will launch in the coming weeks though formal hosting (potentially on an Oversight Committee or Democrats’ website) remains undecided. The announcement intensified partisan debate over immigration enforcement, public safety and accountability.