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BREAKING: Top ICE Official RESIGNS to Challenge Liberal Stronghold in Ohio House Race

Gary FranchiJanuary 15, 2026226 views
BREAKING: Top ICE Official RESIGNS to Challenge Liberal Stronghold in Ohio House Race
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In a move that could shake up Ohio politics, Madison Sheahan, Deputy Director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement under the Trump administration, is resigning her position to launch a congressional campaign in Ohio's 9th District.

Fox News correspondent Bill Melugin first broke the story Thursday, revealing that Sheahan will be trading her role enforcing America's immigration laws for a shot at representing Ohio families in Washington.

From Border Enforcement to Capitol Hill

Sheahan's decision comes at a crucial time when the Trump administration is ramping up its mass deportation efforts and securing America's borders. Her experience at ICE gives her unparalleled insight into the immigration crisis that has plagued our nation for years under failed Democrat policies.

Ohio's 9th District has been a target for Republicans looking to expand their congressional majority and bring common-sense conservative leadership to areas that have suffered under liberal mismanagement. The district represents an opportunity for voters to choose someone who has actually worked on the front lines of border security rather than career politicians who only offer empty promises.

"We need leaders in Congress who understand the real-world consequences of our immigration policies, not more swamp creatures who have never dealt with these issues firsthand," said one Ohio Republican strategist familiar with the race.

Sheahan's background in immigration enforcement aligns perfectly with the Trump administration's America First agenda. While serving as ICE Deputy Director, she has been instrumental in implementing policies that prioritize American workers and communities over illegal immigrants who have violated our sovereignty.

A Test for America First Values

This congressional race will serve as a litmus test for whether Ohio voters want representatives who have proven they can deliver results on the issues that matter most to hardworking Americans. Sheahan brings executive experience from one of the most critical agencies in our fight to restore law and order at the border.

The question now is whether Ohio's 9th District is ready to elect someone who has spent her career putting America First, or if they'll stick with the same failed political establishment that got us into this mess. Patriots across the state will be watching closely.

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Gary Franchi

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ConstitutionFirstVerifiedjust now
Does anyone know his stance on sanctuary city policies? That's been a huge issue in some of our bigger cities here in Ohio and we need someone who will actually enforce federal immigration law.
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VeteranVoterVerifiedjust now
I worked with ICE contractors during my time in federal service - these are serious, dedicated people who put their lives on the line. This guy will bring real expertise to the statehouse.
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BuckeyeConservativeVerifiedjust now
This is huge news! Which district is he running in? I hope it's somewhere competitive where we can actually flip a seat.
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SmallTownValuesVerifiedjust now
My county sheriff has been begging for more support on immigration enforcement. Maybe someone with ICE experience can finally bridge that gap between federal and local law enforcement.
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TaxpayerTedVerifiedjust now
About time we get someone who understands law and order instead of these liberal politicians who want to defund everything. Ohio needs strong leadership on immigration issues.
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LibertyBelle88Verifiedjust now
Amen! The Dems have turned Ohio into a mess with their soft-on-crime policies.
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PatriotMom2016Verifiedjust now
Finally! Someone with REAL experience fighting for our borders is stepping up to drain the swamp in Columbus. We need more people like this willing to leave their comfortable government jobs to serve the people.
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OhioFirstVerifiedjust now
Exactly! Career politicians have no clue what's really happening at our borders.
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RedWaveOhioVerifiedjust now
YES! 🇺🇸