Mamdani's Spanish ICE Advice Hits Seven Million Views

New York City residents gained new guidance on interacting with federal immigration agents on Friday. Mayor Zohran Mamdani posted a video in Spanish detailing specific rights for those who encounter Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The clip has accumulated more than seven million views on the social media platform X.

In the video, Mamdani outlined legal boundaries for federal agents. He stated that ICE cannot enter private spaces, including homes, schools, hospitals, and private workplace areas, without a judicial warrant signed by a judge. The mayor also reminded viewers of their right to remain silent. He described the current situation as frightening for many people in the city.

The post triggered immediate criticism from conservative politicians and commentators. They argued the video encouraged obstruction of federal law enforcement and aided individuals in the country without legal status. Rep. Brandon Gill of Texas noted that Mamdani became a citizen less than a decade ago. He said it is insulting for the mayor to coach residents in a foreign language on avoiding lawful deportation.

Sen. Mike Lee of Utah pointed out that the video did not urge anyone to follow U.S. laws. He claimed the message was not made for the benefit of the general population. Sen. Bernie Moreno of Ohio used a single word to describe the post: treason. Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina wrote that individuals present illegally are not New Yorkers.

Other public figures joined the online debate. Actor Dean Cain said that people with legal status have no reason to fear ICE. He called the mayor dangerous. Fox News commentator Tomi Lahren criticized foreign born Democrats for instructing individuals on how to evade the law. Judicial Watch President Tom Fitton labeled the statement dangerous incitement filled with falsehoods.

Mamdani has positioned himself against the Trump administration's immigration enforcement agenda. During his campaign and after taking office, he called for abolishing ICE. He stated that the New York Police Department would not assist the agency with civil immigration enforcement. He has described ICE operations as harmful to immigrant communities.

As mayor, Mamdani signed an executive order to strengthen the city's sanctuary policies. The order limits cooperation between city agencies and federal immigration authorities. It directs staff to protect personal information and establishes protocols for handling ICE requests for city property or records. The order also expanded know your rights materials and training for city employees. Mamdani's office did not provide a comment to Fox News Digital on Friday.