The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) launched a sharp counterattack against reality television personality Kim Kardashian following her public criticism of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations this week.
Kardashian sparked controversy when she condemned ICE deportation activities on Tuesday, accusing the federal agency of separating families through what she characterized as inhumane enforcement practices.
The celebrity used her massive social media platform to rally opposition against immigration enforcement efforts.
She urged her followers to take action against ICE operations currently underway in Los Angeles.
In her statement, Kardashian declared that “when we witness innocent, hardworking people being ripped from their families in inhumane ways, we have to speak up.”
The reality star’s comments came amid ongoing ICE operations targeting illegal aliens in the Los Angeles metropolitan area.
DHS officials quickly responded to Kardashian’s allegations with pointed criticism of their own.
They challenged the celebrity’s characterization of recent enforcement actions and the individuals being targeted.
Assistant Homeland Security Secretary Tricia McLaughlin delivered the administration’s most direct response through social media on Wednesday.
McLaughlin used her official X account to confront Kardashian’s statements head-on.
“@KimKardashian, which one of these convicted child molesters, murderers, drug traffickers and rapists would you like to