The recent arrest of a violent undocumented immigrant in Ithaca has sparked significant controversy, as federal authorities criticize the Tompkins County Sheriff for releasing the individual despite an existing federal arrest warrant. ICE agents conducted raids in the area, leading to at least one arrest on a Thursday afternoon, further raising tensions surrounding local sanctuary policies. The Justice Department has warned that the sheriff could face potential prosecution for this decision, which has ignited a broader debate regarding sanctuary city practices and immigration enforcement. As federal and local authorities clash, the community is left grappling with the implications of these policies.