NYPD Defies Trump Admin, Refuses to Cooperate with ICE on Immigrant Hand-overs
Despite a dramatic increase in federal immigration detainer requests in 2025, New York City’s law enforcement agencies largely refused to comply, upholding sanctuary policies. An audit revealed that the NYPD received over 3,600 detainer requests, a thirtyfold increase from the previous year, yet did not transfer any individuals to federal custody. While isolated instances of non-compliance occurred, the audit affirmed the city’s commitment to its sanctuary laws, aiming to protect immigrants against aggressive federal enforcement tactics. The report also detailed a surge in ICE arrests within the city, with a notable shift towards arrests at immigration courts and during routine check-ins.
John Q. Hosedrinker