All In with Chris Hayes ‘On thin ice’: Kristi Noem under fire as DHS faces shutdown fallout
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Feb 18, 2026 
Reverend Al Sharpton, civil rights leader and longtime organizer, reflects on Jesse Jackson’s mentorship and coalition-building. Tara Palmieri, investigative reporter on Epstein filings, breaks down new deposition developments and who should testify. They discuss DOJ fallout, DHS turmoil, and unfolding investigations in short, sharp segments.
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Enforcement Continues Despite Shutdown
- Despite a partial shutdown, ICE and CBP remain funded and continue operations, keeping immigration enforcement visible on the streets.
- But momentum is slowing as the agency faces legal and political constraints and messaging upheaval.
Midterm Strategy Shift Under Consideration
- The White House is considering shifting midterm strategy toward the economy in response to slipping immigration approvals.
- Immigration declines could threaten the coalition Republicans relied on in 2024, including Latino and independent voters.
Pattern Of Misleading Public Statements
- Journalistic encounters with DHS often revealed misleading official claims that contradicted available video evidence.
- Reporters cite multiple cases where DHS statements defended actions later shown to be inaccurate.