Jan 17, 2026

City dispels misinformation concerning Wichita police, ICE

Posted Jan 17, 2026 5:55 PM
Photo Department of Homeland Security
Photo Department of Homeland Security

SEDGWICK COUNTY —The city of Wichita took the unprecedented action Friday to address social media statements involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Wichita Police.

On the city's social media page, they wrote, they are aware of circulating posts that claim Mayor Lily Wu directed the Wichita Police to work alongside ICE.

Click here to read Wichita Police policy on the arrest and detention of foreign nationals.

1. The Mayor of Wichita does not have the administrative power to direct any City department.