Houston Mayor Signs Order Limiting Cooperation With ICE
Houston's mayor has signed an order to limit the city's cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), stating that elections have consequences following Democratic victories in Texas.
Houston, TX, November 6, 2026 —
Houston’s mayor has issued an executive order aimed at curtailing the city’s cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
The directive was signed following recent Democratic electoral successes in Texas. In a statement accompanying the order, the mayor cited the principle that “elections have consequences.” The mayor’s office indicated that the order seeks to define the parameters of how city resources and personnel will interact with federal immigration authorities.
The specific details of the limitations and the extent of cooperation being restricted were not immediately available. The order’s full scope and implementation plans are expected to be clarified by the mayor’s office.
This action by the Houston mayor comes amid ongoing national discussions regarding immigration policies and the role of local governments in enforcement efforts. The statement linking the order to recent election outcomes suggests a political dimension to the decision, reflecting shifts in the state’s political landscape.
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