ICE Officers Under ATTACK – FBI Responds

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Federal immigration agents became targets of a deliberate attack when suspicious white powder was mailed to ICE’s New York headquarters, forcing an immediate evacuation and exposing the dangerous escalation of anti-enforcement tactics.

Story Highlights

Five envelopes containing white powder triggered evacuation of ICE’s NYC field office at 26 Federal Plaza
Substance identified as non-hazardous boric acid, but FBI treating incident as serious criminal act
Multi-agency response included FDNY, NYPD, and FBI with hazmat teams deployed
Attack targeted federal immigration enforcement amid ongoing political tensions over border security

Criminal Attack Targets Immigration Enforcement

On August 14, 2025, five envelopes containing suspicious white powder arrived at the ICE field office mailroom on the 9th floor of 26 Federal Plaza in Manhattan. The discovery around 4:00 p.m. immediately triggered emergency protocols, forcing evacuation of the entire federal building. This deliberate targeting of immigration enforcement officers represents a dangerous escalation in tactics against those working to secure America’s borders and enforce immigration law.

The FBI, FDNY, NYPD, and NYC Emergency Management deployed comprehensive hazmat response teams to assess the potential threat. Federal agents and staff were evacuated while emergency responders implemented shelter-in-place protocols for surrounding areas. The coordinated multi-agency response demonstrated the seriousness with which authorities treat attacks on federal immigration enforcement facilities, particularly given the symbolic significance of targeting ICE operations.

Substance Analysis and Criminal Investigation

Laboratory analysis conducted by FBI specialists identified the white powder as boric acid, a non-hazardous substance commonly found in household products and pesticides. Despite the non-toxic nature of the material, federal investigators are treating this incident as a serious criminal act requiring full prosecution. The envelopes were transported to the FBI laboratory in Quantico for comprehensive forensic analysis to identify the perpetrators behind this attack.

Mayor Eric Adams confirmed no injuries occurred but emphasized the criminal nature of the act, stating the FBI would conduct a thorough investigation. FBI Assistant Director Christopher Raia assured the public that no ongoing threat remained to employees or citizens. However, the incident highlights the vulnerability of federal facilities to disruption tactics and the need for enhanced mail screening protocols at immigration enforcement offices.

Pattern of Intimidation Against Border Enforcement

This attack occurs against the backdrop of sustained opposition to immigration enforcement under the Trump administration’s renewed focus on border security. The 26 Federal Plaza facility has been a frequent target of protests and demonstrations by groups opposing ICE detention and removal operations. The escalation from protests to mailing suspicious substances represents a concerning shift toward more aggressive intimidation tactics against federal law enforcement.

LAWLESS LEFTISTS ESCALATE THEIR INSURRECTION on behalf of illegal aliens: ICE field office in NYC evacuated after suspicious white powder is discovered in envelopes – One America News Networkhttps://t.co/qeRaDDzHlv

— The Chris Salcedo Show (@CSalcedoShow) August 15, 2025

The incident recalls the 2001 anthrax attacks that targeted government facilities, demonstrating how even non-lethal substances can cause significant operational disruption and public alarm. Federal agencies will likely implement enhanced security measures for mail processing at immigration facilities. The building reopened the following day, but the investigation continues as authorities work to identify those responsible for this criminal act against federal immigration enforcement.