Summary
Senator Dick Durbin wrote to DHS Secretary Kristi Noem expressing concern over U.S. citizens being asked to show proof of citizenship. Durbin criticized this practice as unconstitutional, emphasizing that Americans do not need to carry identification to avoid arbitrary detention. Noem had stated that checking identification could occur during operations targeting illegal activities.
Key Facts
- Senator Dick Durbin wrote a letter to DHS Secretary Kristi Noem regarding citizen checks by federal immigration agents.
- Durbin said asking U.S. citizens to provide proof of citizenship is unconstitutional.
- Noem had mentioned that ICE agents might request proof of citizenship during enforcement actions.
- Some U.S. citizens have complained about being asked for identification by federal agents.
- The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects against unreasonable searches and seizures.
- Recent incidents included citizens in Minnesota being detained by federal agents.
- The Trump administration has emphasized the enforcement of immigration laws and deportation efforts.
