California sheriff refuses to support ICE operations around Super Bowl LX
SANTA CLARA, California (Fox News) — Santa Clara County Sheriff Bob Jonsen stated that local law enforcement will not support ICE agents in immigration enforcement operations during Super Bowl LX next month.
Key Facts:
– ICE will have a presence at the Super Bowl, but the sheriff clarified they will not assist in immigration enforcement.
– Jonsen emphasized the department’s focus on the safety of residents and visitors.
– DHS officials confirmed that ICE agents will carry out enforcement operations at the event.
– President Donald Trump will not be attending the Super Bowl this year.
Demonstrators protest at Federal Building in response to a second shooting death by I.C.E. and immigration agents in Minnesota on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026 in Los Angeles.
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ICE officials will have a security role at the Milan Cortina Olympics, as confirmed by reports.
Footballs with the Super Bowl LX logo are pictured at the Wilson Sporting Goods factory in Ada, Ohio, Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026.
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DHS adviser Corey Lewandowski stated that enforcement actions are a directive from the president and will continue during the Super Bowl.
Federal law enforcement agents in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Friday, Jan. 23, 2026.
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It’s been communicated that ICE officials will be transparent and engaged in the community during the event. President Trump will not be attending the Super Bowl this year.









