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Corporate Leaders Demand De-escalation of ICE Actions

1/28/2026

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OpenAI Chief Executive Officer Sam Altman criticized Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for aggressive enforcement in Minnesota.
In an internal message, Altman urged distinguishing deporting violent criminals from current actions.
Apple Inc. Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook expressed concern and called for de-escalation.
Over 60 corporate leaders urged a reduction in ICE presence and violence.
More than 450 employees from Google and Meta signed a letter demanding their executives pressure the White House to withdraw ICE from cities.

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OpenAI Chief Executive Officer Sam Altman criticized Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for aggressive enforcement in Minnesota.
In an internal message, Altman urged distinguishing deporting violent criminals from current actions.
Apple Inc. Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook expressed concern and called for de-escalation.
Over 60 corporate leaders urged a reduction in ICE presence and violence.
More than 450 employees from Google and Meta signed a letter demanding their executives pressure the White House to withdraw ICE from cities.