Homeland Security Secretary Noem Blames NYC Sanctuary Policies for Off-Duty Border Patrol Officer Shooting

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and border czar Tom Homan have strongly criticized New York City's sanctuary city policies following the shooting of an off-duty Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer during a robbery attempt by two illegal immigrants, including Miguel Francisco Mora Nunez, who has a lengthy criminal record. Noem blamed Mayor Eric Adams and the city council for allowing dangerous individuals like Nunez, who was previously arrested multiple times and released due to sanctuary policies, to remain on the streets, labeling sanctuary cities as havens for criminals. President Trump also condemned New York's bail reform laws, particularly cashless bail, asserting that such policies have led to increased criminal activity, though crime rates have been declining in recent years. The incident occurred in Manhattan's Riverside Park, with the CBP officer sustaining gunshot wounds to the face and arm but expected to survive. Both suspects were apprehended, with Noem and Homan pledging to enhance federal enforcement efforts in sanctuary jurisdictions regardless of local cooperation. The administration's response underscores its hardline stance on immigration and crime, calling for policy reversals to protect public safety.