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DHS Secretary Mullin Mulls Shifting CBP Officers to Newark ICE

6/2/2026

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On June 2, 2026, DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin warned he could shift Customs and Border Protection officers from airports to the Newark ICE detention center.
Mullin told the Senate Appropriations Committee that ICE agents feel demoralized, New Jersey state police now guard Newark, and Republicans are debating a funding bill hampered by a $1.776 billion settlement dispute.
The White House asked for $63 billion DHS budget authority for FY 2027, a $2.2 billion cut from 2026.

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On June 2, 2026, DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin warned he could shift Customs and Border Protection officers from airports to the Newark ICE detention center.
Mullin told the Senate Appropriations Committee that ICE agents feel demoralized, New Jersey state police now guard Newark, and Republicans are debating a funding bill hampered by a $1.776 billion settlement dispute.
The White House asked for $63 billion DHS budget authority for FY 2027, a $2.2 billion cut from 2026.