Former ICE Director and Trump Administration Border Czar Tom Homan has issued a stark warning to sanctuary jurisdictions across the country, declaring that the ongoing enforcement operation in Minneapolis is only the beginning of a much broader federal crackdown. Speaking publicly, Homan confirmed that the administration is preparing to expand aggressive immigration and fraud enforcement efforts into major Democratic strongholds, including Illinois, New York, and California.

Homan stated that the Minneapolis operation was prioritized after investigators uncovered billions of dollars in suspected welfare and public aid fraud. According to federal officials, the scale of abuse detected in programs such as Medicaid and child care assistance demanded immediate action. The operation, which reportedly deployed approximately 2,000 ICE agents, is being described as the largest coordinated immigration enforcement effort in U.S. history.

The Border Czar emphasized that sanctuary policies do not shield jurisdictions from federal law, particularly when large-scale fraud is involved. He made clear that the federal government intends to “flood the zone” in sanctuary cities nationwide, signaling a sustained presence rather than isolated enforcement actions. Homan warned political leaders openly resisting federal authority that the scope of operations is set to expand rapidly.

Investigators have alleged that some misused public funds were diverted through organized networks, with reports indicating possible links to overseas extremist organizations. While those allegations remain under active investigation, officials argue they underscore the national security implications of unchecked fraud and lax enforcement.

Homan described Minneapolis as “the tip of the iceberg,” predicting that similar or larger fraud schemes will be uncovered in other sanctuary states. He indicated that Illinois, New York, and California are expected to face audits, enforcement actions, and deportation proceedings as federal authorities follow financial and immigration violations wherever they lead.

The announcement has already intensified tensions between federal agencies and local Democratic leadership, setting the stage for renewed legal and political battles over immigration enforcement. Nevertheless, administration officials maintain that the priority is protecting taxpayers, enforcing federal law, and dismantling systems that allow fraud and illegal activity to flourish.

As the operation expands, the message from federal leadership is unambiguous: sanctuary policies will not prevent enforcement, and jurisdictions found enabling large-scale fraud should expect swift and decisive federal intervention.