cacy group Voces de la Frontera, expressed appreciation for the support from local officials.

 It's important that it's not just the community, but, you know, elected officials that are sending this message and have also backed it up,  Neumann-Ortiz said.

The use of face masks by ICE agents during arrests has also drawn criticism, as it goes against Milwaukee's policy banning face coverings for law enforcement. DHS stated that its agents would not comply with the city's ordinance, calling it unconstitutional. Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson said the city is awaiting an opinion from the city attorney on how the ordinance can be enforced.