Tom Homan told Newsmax on Monday that the Department of Homeland Security will launch a new immigration enforcement surge in New York, arguing the state has forced federal authorities to devote more resources after limiting cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Homan’s comments on Newsmax’s “Rob Schmitt Tonight” came hours after authorities said a man allegedly set a fire outside 26 Federal Plaza in Lower Manhattan, which houses ICE offices and other federal agencies.

Investigators said the suspect allegedly poured what is believed to be gasoline on the building’s steps, ignited the blaze with fireworks, and was taken into custody. The FBI is investigating the incident.

Asked about the attack and New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s response, Homan blamed what he called anti-ICE rhetoric from Democrat officials for encouraging violence against federal immigration officers.

“It’s just another example of some idiot that believes the left’s talking points,” said Homan, President Donald Trump’s point man for border security and mass deportations. “Their talking points are making an impact for that small percentage of really crazy people. … They empower them to do something stupid because they believe the left’s talking points.”

Homan said he has warned for more than a year that “the hateful rhetoric is going to end in bloodshed.”

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