ICE fired back at Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear over his recent criticism of the agency on ABC's 'The View', issuing a direct rebuke via X (formerly Twitter). The federal agency stated, 'We'll continue to withdraw criminal aliens from Kentucky regardless of your rhetoric, Governor.' This sharp response followed Beshear's appearance on the daytime talk show where he called for ICE reform, demanded the firing of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, and criticized the agency's aggressive tactics. Beshear argued ICE should withdraw from every city and community, stating the agency 'has to be reformed from the top down' and highlighted the lack of judicial warrants for home entries.

He cited a 'body count of American citizens' due to ICE actions, calling for a pause. The exchange underscores escalating tensions between state and federal immigration authorities over enforcement strategies in Kentucky.