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Lara Trump and Benny Johnson Discuss Noem, ICE, and Lawlessness in Chicago


Top Points

  • Kristi Noem is taking a direct, hands-on role in law enforcement: As Secretary of Homeland Security, Noem has joined federal agents during ICE operations in Illinois, showing visible leadership and support for law enforcement efforts.

  • ICE officers are facing increasing hostility during enforcement actions: Protesters in several areas have physically obstructed ICE operations and attacked agents, raising concerns about officer safety and the need for stronger protection and accountability.

  • Chicago is experiencing growing unrest and resistance to federal law: Protests near ICE facilities have escalated into confrontations, with some demonstrators charged for attacking officers, while city officials’ refusal to cooperate with federal agencies has worsened the situation.


Full Report:

On a recent episode of My View, Lara Trump sat down with political commentator Benny Johnson for a striking conversation about the growing conflict between federal enforcement, local protesters, and uncooperative city leaders. At the center of the discussion were three major topics: Kristi Noem’s hands-on involvement in arrests, attacks on ICE officers, and the unrest in Chicago.


When a Secretary Becomes an Enforcer

Lara opened by referencing reports that Kristi Noem, serving as Secretary of Homeland Security, has stepped beyond policy decisions to join federal agents during enforcement operations. Johnson confirmed that Noem has been seen accompanying agents during arrests in Illinois, including in the Chicago area. Lara described this as a bold show of leadership, explaining that Noem is demonstrating commitment by being physically present rather than simply giving orders from Washington. Johnson said that many previous officials stayed behind desks while local governments defied federal law, but Noem’s direct participation sends a different message of resolve and solidarity with law enforcement.


Critics, Lara noted, have dismissed Noem’s involvement as political theater. Johnson responded that leadership is often about setting an example and showing that the mission is serious. He said that when a high-ranking official joins the front lines, it motivates agents and proves that their work has full backing. When Lara asked whether there was any risk involved, Johnson admitted there was but argued that courage and visibility can inspire confidence in the mission.


ICE Officers Under Fire

The discussion then turned to reports of ICE officers being attacked or obstructed while carrying out their duties. Lara read recent headlines about protesters attempting to block ICE vehicles and even throwing objects at agents. Johnson said these were not peaceful demonstrations but deliberate efforts to interfere with law enforcement.


He added that ICE agents are working under increasingly hostile conditions and deserve recognition for the risks they take. Both he and Lara criticized media portrayals that cast the agents as aggressors rather than professionals maintaining order. They agreed that when protesters cross into physical confrontation, the situation is no longer an issue of free speech but of law enforcement safety.


Johnson also warned that allowing such attacks to continue could embolden others to target officers in future operations. He urged city leaders to publicly condemn violence against ICE agents instead of ignoring it or excusing it as part of activism.


Chicago: Protests and the Breakdown of Local Order

The conversation then focused on Chicago, where protests around ICE facilities have intensified. Johnson described chaotic scenes in which protesters attempted to block ICE convoys and clashed with officers outside the Broadview detention center. Some demonstrators reportedly used fireworks, smoke devices, and physical barriers to disrupt enforcement actions. Several individuals have been charged with assaulting or resisting federal officers.


Lara asked whether this unrest stems from anger at federal policies or from organized efforts to resist immigration law altogether. Johnson said that while some protesters may be acting out of genuine frustration, others seem driven by political motives and a desire to provoke confrontation. He argued that cities like Chicago have made enforcement more difficult by refusing to cooperate with federal agencies, leaving officers to manage volatile situations with limited support.


Lara and Johnson also discussed how city officials’ refusal to assist ICE creates an atmosphere of lawlessness. They said that local leaders bear responsibility for public safety and that defying federal cooperation makes neighborhoods less secure.


Lara closed the segment by emphasizing that My View would continue following these stories closely, featuring updates from ICE officers and legal experts on the situation in Chicago and other cities.


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