The Trump administration is "drawing up plans" to halt immigration and customs processing at so-called "sanctuary cities," US Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has said.
The cities, which are all run by Democrats, have refused to work with the White House in its crackdown on irregular immigration.
The plans would essentially halt all international passenger and cargo arrivals at major airports in Democratic states.
Millions of foreign tourists are expected to travel to the US for the FIFA World Cup, which starts in June.Over 50 million international travelers arrived at the three major New York airports last year [FILE: March 2026]Image: Neil Constantine/NurPhoto/picture alliance
What did Markwayne Mullin say about the plans for 'sanctuary cities'?
