The Deputy Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Madison Sheehan, is set to resign in order to pursue a seat in the Ohio House of Representatives, according to several federal law enforcement officials.
This news was communicated internally earlier today. Sheehan is aiming for Ohio’s 9th Congressional District, which is currently occupied by Democratic Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur. Kaptur, who has been in office since 1983, holds the record for being the longest-serving woman in Congress. In the recent November 2024 elections, she was re-elected, despite some areas in her district casting votes for President Trump.
On Sheehan’s campaign website, there’s a bold statement: “No excuses. Let’s get it done.” It highlights her intention to advocate for American jobs, paychecks, and values in the 9th District.
Described on her campaign site as “a senior government official and national leader in public administration, law enforcement, and politics,” Sheehan previously held the position of Deputy Director at ICE.
In this capacity, she led one of the largest federal law enforcement agencies, focusing on border security, domestic enforcement, and maintaining the rule of law. During the Trump administration, she played a crucial role in navigating ICE through significant changes.
At the height of her tenure, the agency expanded remarkably, growing from about 20,000 employees and a $10 billion budget to an organization boasting more than 30,000 personnel and an $85 billion budget. Notably, she oversaw the hiring of 12,000 new law enforcement officers in just six months.
