There are violent criminals on our street and ICE is deporting them, Maryland official says
Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski Jr. expressed frustration and concern Wednesday over the deportation of illegal immigrants with criminal records, saying it’s a problem that affects public safety on the streets of Maryland.
Olszewski’s comments came during a budget hearing with the Baltimore County Council, where he criticized the Trump administration’s efforts to deport illegal immigrants, saying it’s putting pressure on local law enforcement agencies.
“We have violent criminals walking our streets, and instead of being held accountable, they’re being deported back to their home countries,” Olszewski said. “It’s not a solution to public safety, it’s a disservice to the community.”
Olszewski said that he has concerns about the impact of ICE’s deportation efforts on public safety, particularly in areas of the county with high crime rates. He also expressed frustration that the federal government is not providing adequate funding to support local law enforcement agencies.
“We need a comprehensive approach to public safety that includes a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, not deportation,” Olszewski said. “We need to work together to address the root causes of crime, not just deport people and pretend it’s a solution.”
The Baltimore County Council has expressed similar concerns about the impact of ICE’s deportation efforts on public safety, with some members calling for more transparency and accountability from the agency.
