White House and DHS Secretary Mullin at Odds Over ICE Policies as Secret Service Reports Surge in Threats
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Sources say Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin's recent ICE policy changes and a controversial nomination have strained relations with the White House, while the Secret Service notes a 40% rise in investigations of threats against protected officials.
Tensions have emerged between Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin and the White House after the secretary ordered a temporary pause on ICE vehicle stops following two officer shootings and nominated Lance Schroyer to lead ICE, officials said. The pause was reversed within a day by President Trump, and a senior administration official described the move as a misstep. Mullin's choice of Schroyer, who lacks direct law-enforcement experience, has drawn criticism from several senior officials within the department.
Separately, the Secret Service reported a sharp increase in threats against individuals it protects, opening more than 10,000 investigations so far this year – a 40% rise compared with the same period last year. Director Sean Curran said the volume of threats is unprecedented and noted that drones are becoming a new concern as the agency prepares security for the upcoming White House Correspondents’ Association dinner.