During a recent government meeting, Deputy Assistant Secretary Micah Bach outlined the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) aggressive approach to immigration enforcement under Secretary Kristi Noem's leadership. Bach emphasized that DHS is currently executing the largest deportation operation in U.S. history, responding to what he described as significant threats against federal law enforcement.

Bach highlighted a recent incident in New York City where two individuals, identified as criminal illegal aliens, ambushed a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer, resulting in serious injury. He criticized New York's status as a sanctuary city, claiming it prioritizes the interests of undocumented immigrants over the safety of its citizens. He noted that the injured officer is recovering and that Secretary Noem has called for political leaders to reject policies that undermine public safety.

The meeting also addressed the administration's broader immigration strategy, which Bach claimed has led to a 93% decrease in border crossings since President Donald Trump took office. He stated that DHS has halted all parole releases and is set to utilize $165 billion from a recent funding bill to increase the number of CBP officers and deportations significantly.

In addition to immigration enforcement, Bach reported on DHS's efforts to combat human trafficking. He mentioned Secretary Noem's participation in the third international summit against human trafficking, highlighting a 30% monthly increase in arrests of human traffickers since January 2025. The agency has reportedly rescued 10,000 unaccompanied children and arrested nearly 3,000 members of a gang involved in trafficking.

Bach concluded by asserting that the efforts to secure U.S. borders and uphold national values are just beginning, signaling a continued commitment to these initiatives in the coming months.