Houston is in a heated confrontation with the state of Texas over a controversial immigration ordinance, which limits police cooperation with ICE. The situation escalated when Governor Greg Abbott threatened to cut $110 million in public safety funds to the city, raising fears within the immigrant community. Harris County officials are also discussing potential changes to their immigration guidelines in light of the city’s policy. Tensions erupted during a City Council meeting as Mayor John Whitmire faced pressure to reverse the ordinance amid the looming financial consequences. The threat to funding could jeopardize various city initiatives, including significant projects tied to the upcoming FIFA World Cup. As the political battle intensifies, the future of police-ICE cooperation in Houston remains uncertain.