Law enforcement officials didn’t mince words this weekend as they executed the most successful immigration enforcement operation since President Trump’s return to office. With television cameras rolling and Dr. Phil McGraw riding along, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents demonstrated exactly what protecting American communities looks like.

The nationwide operation netted hundreds of criminal aliens, including convicted sex offenders, gang members, and drug traffickers. Let that sink in – nearly a thousand criminal aliens removed in just 24 hours. This is exactly what Americans have been demanding – and polling shows over 70% support these enforcement actions.

But not everyone is celebrating the restoration of law and order.

Pop star Selena Gomez broke down in tears on Instagram, posting an emotional video that showed just how disconnected Hollywood celebrities are from everyday Americans’ concerns about safety and security.

“All my people are getting attacked, the children. I don’t understand. I’m so sorry, I wish I could do something but I can’t,” the Only Murders in the Building star sobbed in her social media meltdown, complete with a Mexican flag emoji.

Because apparently enforcing our nation’s laws is now something to cry about.

Sadly, she deleted the video because of the quick backlash, but at least we have some snapshots to share.

Swift and Decisive Response

Finally, someone speaking plain truth to Hollywood hysteria. Trump’s border czar Tom Homan, who’s overseeing the nationwide operation, delivered a stark message to critics like Gomez:

“If people don’t like it, they should go to Congress and change the law,” Homan declared on Fox News. “We’re going to make our communities safer. No apologies. We’re moving forward.”

And moving forward they are. In just one day, ICE agents apprehended 956 illegal aliens – the highest single-day total since Trump returned to office. The previous three days saw another 1,417 arrests, with operations continuing across Chicago, Newark, and Miami.

Real Results, Real Safety

Dr. Phil’s first-hand documentation of the operations revealed the operation’s true focus. His team captured the arrest of a convicted sex offender and internet predator – exactly the kind of public safety threat these operations target.

“It’s a pretty high-risk mission,” Dr. Phil noted while observing the precise, professional conduct of ICE agents in Chicago, where Department of Justice officials have empowered multiple federal agencies to join the effort.

Public Overwhelmingly Supports Enforcement

But here’s what the celebrity crowd doesn’t want to acknowledge: everyday Americans strongly back these enforcement actions. A recent public survey showed 66% of Americans support the removal of illegal aliens, while an election-eve poll revealed even stronger numbers – 70% specifically backing Trump’s deportation priorities.

The Department of Homeland Security has made it clear: this is about public safety and national security. Federal agencies are now working together, with U.S. Marshals and DEA agents joining ICE to ensure maximum effectiveness.

After Gomez’s emotional display, she posted a follow-up claiming “Apparently it’s not okay to show empathy for people” – before deleting both posts entirely. Perhaps she realized that real empathy means protecting American communities first.

But as Tom Homan emphasized, this isn’t about emotion – it’s about enforcing the law and protecting American communities. The numbers don’t lie: nearly 2,400 arrests in just four days between January 23-27, 2025, with operations continuing nationwide.

For millions of Americans who have demanded action on illegal immigration, these results speak louder than any celebrity’s tears.

Key Takeaways

• The Trump administration achieves a record-breaking 956 arrests in a single day, focusing on criminal aliens and public safety threats.
• Dr. Phil documents successful ICE operations while Selena Gomez posts tearful criticism before deleting.
• Over 70% of Americans support deportation efforts, showing a stark divide between Hollywood and public opinion.
• Border czar Tom Homan delivers an unapologetic response: “We’re making communities safer.”

Sources: Breitbart, The Express Tribune, The Economic Times