Kristi Noem announces zero illegal border crossings for 3 months, criticizes Illinois policies

Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem holds a press conference in Illinois announcing border security achievements and criticizing state sanctuary policies.Key Announcements:Claims zero illegal border crossings for 3 consecutive months - "first time in nation's history"Hundreds of thousands of criminal arrests since the Trump administration began20 kg of fentanyl seized (enough to kill 10 million people)Over 80,000 applications received for 10,000 new ICE officer positionsIllinois-Specific Issues:1,664 ICE detainers issued in Chicago (106% increase from the Biden administration)Only 8% of detainers were honored by local authoritiesFour specific criminal cases were highlighted, including sexual assault and attempted murderPolicy Criticism:Targets Governor Pritzker and Mayor Johnson for sanctuary policiesClaims 1,000% increase in assaults on ICE officersCalls for an end to sanctuary city protections for violent criminalsEnforcement Operations:Over 70% of arrests involve individuals with pending charges or convictionsVoluntary deportation program encouraging self-removalMulti-country diplomatic efforts to facilitate returnsSecretary Noem emphasizes the administration's commitment to enforcing immigration law while criticizing local officials for prioritizing criminals over American citizens.