Milan mayor hits back amid reports of ICE during Winter Olympics

The Milan mayor added, “I believe [ICE agents] shouldn’t come to Italy because they don’t guarantee they conform to our democratic way of ensuring security.”

Italian officials also expressed concern about ICE agents working in Italy. Mayor Sala said they don’t align with Italy’s security policies and should not cross into Italy.

The U.S. Embassy in Rome and Italian authorities have tried to calm the controversy. They say ICE agents will only handle limited security tasks, such as supporting the safety of the U.S. delegation and monitoring international crime threats.

The agents will not enforce immigration laws in Italy, and all Olympic security will stay under Italian control.

Still, many people in Italy remain upset. The mayor’s comments highlight growing tensions between how the U.S. federal agency is viewed abroad and its role at a major international event like the Olympics.

Time will tell if the ICE agents will be on the scene as the 2026 Winter Olympics will begin in just a few days.

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