ICE Deputy Director Resigns to Pursue Congressional Run
Madison Sheahan, the Deputy Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), has announced her resignation to pursue a congressional campaign in Ohio. Sheahan is targeting the 9th Congressional District, which is presently held by Democrat Rep. Marcy Kaptur, the longest-serving woman in Congress.
Details of Sheahan’s Congressional Run
Sheahan’s candidacy comes after Rep. Kaptur was re-elected in November 2024, despite the district’s tendencies to support Donald Trump in the last election. Kaptur has served in Congress since 1983.
Campaign Message
- Sheahan’s campaign slogan: “No Excuses. Let’s Get It Done.”
- Focus areas: protecting American jobs, paychecks, and values.
Her campaign website outlines her background as a senior government executive, emphasizing her leadership in public administration and law enforcement. Prior to her campaign, Sheahan played a pivotal role in managing one of the largest federal law enforcement agencies.
Tenure at ICE
During her time at ICE, Sheahan oversaw significant changes under the Trump administration. She was instrumental in expanding the agency from approximately 20,000 employees and a budget of $10 billion to an organization with over 30,000 personnel and an $85 billion budget.
Key Achievements
- Managed the hiring of 12,000 new law enforcement officers in just 180 days.
- Led initiatives around border security and immigration enforcement.
This resignation marks a pivotal moment in her career as she transitions from federal law enforcement to the political arena. Further updates regarding her campaign and developments in the race for Ohio’s 9th Congressional District are expected to follow.
