Following the 2025 Presidential Inauguration, new federal immigration policies have been enacted that may impact local law enforcement. Prior research suggests that negative media portrayals of police influence law enforcement self-legitimacy. Accordingly, public perceptions of these policy changes may similarly affect local agencies. This study examines local law enforcement attitudes toward ICE oversight, the extent of their cooperation with federal mandates, and the perceived impact of such interventions on community relations, crime reporting, and officer self-legitimacy. A survey will assess perspectives on ICE involvement, federal-local collaboration, and its effects on public trust and policing efficacy. We hypothesize that many agencies will express reluctance toward extensive ICE intervention, citing concerns over strained community relations, resource allocation, and the erosion of local policing priorities. The study will discuss the broader implications of these findings for law enforcement and policymaking.
