May 14 (UPI) -- The acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on Wednesday told a House subcommittee that his agency won't run out of money before the fiscal 2026 budget is approved.
Todd Lyons clashed with Democratic members of the Homeland Security subcommittee of appropriations over funding for the apprehension and housing of arrested unregistered immigrants, including some who have died.
Congress has approved funding for 41,500 detention beds but ICE is detaining 52,000 people, which could lead the agency to be out of money within two months.
Rep. Lauren Underwood of Illinois, the top Democrat on the subcommittee, said the goal to deport 1 million people per year is an "incredibly risky strategy that sets you up for failure.
"This administration is cashing checks it does not have to reach questionable goals it cannot meet."
