Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem took a direct role in the administration's immigration enforcement efforts, joining federal agents in a high-profile raid in the Bronx. The operation targeted Anderson Zambrano-Pacheco, a Venezuelan national and alleged member of the violent Tren de Aragua gang. Zambrano-Pacheco, wanted by authorities in Colorado, was involved in a viral video showing armed men kicking down an apartment door. The Tren de Aragua, a notorious gang with roughly 5,000 members in Venezuela and the U.S., has been linked to numerous criminal activities, including human trafficking and extortion. Zambrano-Pacheco's arrest was part of a broader push under President Trump's administration to target undocumented immigrants with criminal records. The federal operation highlights the administration's focus on national security and public safety. ICE reported over 3,500 arrests during immigration enforcement actions in the first week of Trump’s second term. This aggressive stance is designed to dismantle networks of violent offenders and restore order in communities impacted by criminal activities. Critics have expressed concerns about the broader impact of such raids on immigrant communities, while supporters argue that the focus on individuals with serious criminal charges is necessary to uphold public safety. The collaboration between ICE and the Department of Homeland Security underscores the administration’s commitment to enforcing immigration laws and addressing public safety threats. Secretary Noem’s participation in the raid signals the administration’s hands-on approach to tackling illegal immigration and its associated challenges. The White House has emphasized its goal of ensuring that enforcement efforts prioritize violent offenders and individuals posing a direct threat to American communities.