Senator Roger Marshall, US Senator for Kansas | Official U.S. House headshot
Senator Roger Marshall, US Senator for Kansas | Official U.S. House headshot
On August 19, the Democratic Caucus of the Kansas House of Representatives and Senate sent a letter to U.S. Senators Roger Marshall and Jerry Moran, both Republicans from Kansas, criticizing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The letter accused DHS of being "bloated and reckless" and cited "unprofessional behavior" during operations to apprehend illegal immigrants in Kansas communities.
Senator Roger Marshall responded by stating that his office contacted DHS officials to verify details about the enforcement events mentioned in the Democrats' letter. He said, "Our federal law enforcement officials have safely and legally removed dozens of illegal immigrants from our communities. President Trump promised to make America safe again, and he is delivering on that promise. For Democrats to make unfounded and false accusations against our hardworking law enforcement officials is not only unprofessional but also against the American people’s goal of closing our borders and keeping communities safe from illegal and dangerous criminals."
The press release further stated that agents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) conducted targeted enforcement operations legally in Johnson and Wyandotte Counties on July 30, 2025.
Mark Zito, Special Agent in Charge at HSI Kansas City, addressed concerns about these operations: "Our agents were executing a lawful and targeted operation. When agitators spread false narratives or interfere with law enforcement, it undermines public safety and puts both the community and law enforcement personnel at risk," he said. "Make no mistake: individuals who violate federal immigration law by being unlawfully present in the United States may be subject to detention and removal proceedings under the law. And let me be clear, assaults on officers have surged dramatically, and anyone who dares to obstruct, assault, or interfere with federal agents will face immediate consequences, including arrest and prosecution to the fullest extent of the law."
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