People don’t seem to realize “warrantless arrest powers” simply means the agent can arrest individuals they witness committing crimes (or have probable cause to believe the individual has done so)
It’s not like habeas corpus has been suspended.
They’re allowed to be cops now.
— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) August 17, 2025
“Attorney General Pam Bondi issued a two-page order on Thursday rescinding illegal immigration protections in Washington, D.C., and naming an ‘emergency police commissioner’ for the city’s Metropolitan Police Department… Cole has the ability to issue general orders, executive orders and written directives affecting all members of the department.” https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/ag-bondi-strips-power-from-dc-police-chief-rescinds-sanctuary-city-protections-in-crime-crackdown-operation/ar-AA1Kzzdg
“Bondi rescinded three orders issued by Metro police… including one that prohibited arrests based solely on federal immigration warrants or detainers.” https://www.foxnews.com/politics/ag-bondi-strips-power-from-dc-police-chief-rescinds-sanctuary-city-protections-crime-crackdown-operation