ALERTS: Biden DHS Tells Congress 662,566 Illegals Allowed Into Country With Criminal History Are Now Unaccounted For Inside US

Amid rising crime rates and contentious sanctuary policies, new statistics from ICE reveal a staggering 662,566 noncitizens with criminal histories including soem 15,000 already covicted of Murder remain unaccounted for in the U.S., raising urgent questions about the balance between community trust and public safety.

In a recent communication that has exploded the debate on immigration enforcement, Acting Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Patrick Lechleitner revealed alarming statistics regarding immigrant criminals in the United States. According to federal records, over **662,566 noncitizens** with criminal histories remain on ICE's national docket, including **435,719** who have been convicted of crimes. The disclosure comes as several municipalities have adopted sanctuary policies, limiting cooperation with federal immigration authorities.

In a letter dated **September 25** to Rep. **Tony Gonzales** (R-Texas), which was obtained by Newsmax, Lechleitner expressed concerns about the growing disconnect between local jurisdictions and ICE. “Some jurisdictions have reduced their cooperation with ICE, including refusal to honor ICE detainer requests, even for noncitizens who have been convicted of serious felonies and pose an ongoing threat to public safety,” he stated. This assertion underscores a contentious issue: the balance between community trust and public safety.

As of July 21, the figures provided indicated that **226,847** individuals are facing pending criminal charges. The statistics break down further, revealing troubling specifics: **65,000** individuals with assault charges, nearly **16,000** with sexual assault charges, and **56,000** related to drug offenses. Alarmingly, there are **13,000** individuals accused of homicide currently unaccounted for in detention.

Lechleitner’s letter emphasized that while some localities fear that cooperation with ICE may undermine relationships with immigrant communities, these sanctuary policies can inadvertently shield dangerous criminals from accountability. “Sanctuary policies can end up shielding dangerous criminals, who often victimize those same communities,” he cautioned.

The complexities of the immigration system were highlighted as Lechleitner acknowledged the “enormous workload and consistently limited funding” faced by ICE. Despite these challenges, he reassured that the Department of Human Services remains committed to enforcing the nation’s laws. From **May 2023** through the end of July, ICE reported removing or returning **893,600** individuals, including over **138,300** in family units, as part of ongoing efforts to secure U.S. borders.

This revelation has prompted responses from both ICE and Rep. Gonzales, who has been vocal about the need for effective immigration enforcement. As the nation grapples with these statistics, the question remains: how can local jurisdictions navigate the need for community trust while ensuring public safety in the face of rising crime among noncitizens?

The dialogue surrounding immigration policy continues to evolve, with these recent figures likely to fuel further discussions and decisions in municipalities across the country.