Mullin rails against Mamdani: 'His words are dangerous and incite hostility'

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani following an ICE enforcement action where a Dominican national, Oscar Belgal, was shot by federal agents. The incident occurred in Manhattan's Marble Hill neighborhood after agents boxed in Belgal’s vehicle; ICE officials state he attempted to ram officers with his car. Belgal suffered a superficial neck wound and was taken into federal custody. The confrontation has sparked a sharp debate over NYC's sanctuary policies, with Mullin accusing Mamdani of prioritizing a man with a criminal record and alleged gang ties over public safety, while Mamdani has renewed calls to abolish ICE, characterizing the agency's actions as terrorizing the community.

Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani following an ICE enforcement action where a Dominican national, Oscar Belgal, was shot by federal agents. The incident occurred in Manhattan's Marble Hill neighborhood after agents boxed in Belgal’s vehicle; ICE officials state he attempted to ram officers with his car. Belgal suffered a superficial neck wound and was taken into federal custody. The confrontation has sparked a sharp debate over NYC's sanctuary policies, with Mullin accusing Mamdani of prioritizing a man with a criminal record and alleged gang ties over public safety, while Mamdani has renewed calls to abolish ICE, characterizing the agency's actions as terrorizing the community.