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Part of DHS operates under Illinois jurisdiction.

How will the proposed legislation to dismantle DHS affect United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement?

ICE could be abolished and replaced by a community safety department The Reimagining Safety Act, proposed by Illinois Representative Delia Ramirez, would dismantle the Department of Homeland Security and abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The legislation proposes replacing the current structure with a new Cabinet-level department of community safety. Furthermore, it suggests reinvesting all funds from DHS, estimated to be at least $150 billion, into community programs across the country.

Reported by 2 independent outlets Written Sep 27
Effect
Strong negative
How direct
2 steps, all reported
When
Over the long term
The story
Gone quiet

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The facts so far

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  • The Reimagining Safety Act would abolish U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection.wyomingnewsnow.tv
  • The legislation would dismantle the Department of Homeland Security and create a new Department of Community Safety.wyomingnewsnow.tv
  • The proposal suggests reinvesting at least $150 billion from DHS into community programs.wyomingnewsnow.tv
  • Certain agencies like CISA, FEMA, and the Coast Guard would be preserved under the new structure.foxnews.com

Why it matters

For United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the proposed legislation represents a complete dismantling of its core mandate and operational structure. Abolishing ICE would eliminate its function in immigration enforcement and require the establishment of a separate civil immigration system, as mentioned in the reports.

This proposal is part of a broader political debate regarding federal immigration policy, fueled by bipartisan criticism of the Trump administration's handling of immigration. The move is framed by proponents as a way to redirect federal funds toward local community needs, while critics, such as DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin, call the legislation radical and dangerous to law enforcement.

What we don't know yet

  • What is the political viability of the Reimagining Safety Act in the Illinois legislature?
  • What specific structure would the new Department of Community Safety take to handle immigration issues?

Is this still moving?

Gone quiet Reached 2 outlets in its first 24 hours
Reports
5
Developments
4
Repetition
60%

What would change this answer

The legislation gains significant bipartisan support in IllinoisThe abolition of ICE would become much more certain and potentially move into the implementation phase.
DHS or federal immigration officials successfully challenge the bill in courtThe effect on ICE would likely be delayed or blocked entirely, preserving its current operations.

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  • About DHS Funding

    How is the current DHS funding allocated across its various agencies, and which specific programs would be prioritized in the new Department of Community Safety?

  • About USCIS

    If ICE is abolished and a separate civil immigration system is required, how would USCIS's current functions integrate into that new structure?

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