Border Comment on McQuiver’s Actions

“She broke the law.” This statement came from Tom Homan, a former border official, during Tuesday’s segment on Fox & Friends. He criticized Democrat Ramonica McQuiver, who is facing federal charges linked to a confrontation outside an ICE facility in New Jersey.

Homan remarked, “I said from day one, you’re going to cross that line and we’re going to ask for prosecution.” He emphasized that while people might oppose Trump’s immigration policies or protest, crossing certain boundaries—like disrupting law enforcement—simply isn’t acceptable. “You can’t intentionally hide and embrace illegal aliens from ICE. Committing criminal trespassing is a crime. You just can’t put your hands on an ICE agent,” he added.

“She broke the law, and we’re going to hold her accountable,” he reiterated. U.S. Attorney Alina Haba, based in New Jersey, has claimed that McQuiver assaulted and obstructed law enforcement at Delaney Hall earlier this month. She also criticized Newark’s Mayor Ras Baraka for his involvement in the incident.

In a letter shared on social media, Haba stated that McQuiver’s actions violated Title 18 of the U.S. Code, suggesting serious repercussions. “I must ensure that federal law enforcement is protected while performing their duties,” she said.

During the trip, Democrats aimed to conduct “surveillance” to assess the treatment of detainees. McQuiver labeled the accusations against her as “purely political” and argued they were meant to undermine legitimate oversight. Homan expressed disappointment in lawmakers for not conducting their visits appropriately, referencing a recent tour by Rachel Campos-Duffy of Fox & Friends Weekend as a proper example.

“This is politics. It’s about public safety, about common sense,” he stressed. Homan also pointed out that the Newark facility is one of the most exemplary in the country, meeting the “highest detention criteria in the industry.” He invited lawmakers to visit but stressed that they couldn’t just force their way in or physically confront employees: “We are not going to tolerate that.”