# Mamdani's Anti-ICE Move May Be Criminal

> Mayor Zohran Mamdani's anti-ICE letter threatens federal cooperation, risking criminal obstruction.
- Title: Mamdani's Anti-ICE Move May Be Criminal · New York Post
- Summary: Mayor Zohran Mamdani's anti-ICE letter threatens federal cooperation, risking criminal obstruction. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's letter blocking ICE…
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- Source: New York Post — https://nypost.com/2026/10/19/opinion/mamdanis-latest-anti-ice-move-not-only-abets-criminals-it-may-be-criminal
- Published: 2026-10-19T09:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: zohran mamdani, ice, immigration enforcement, new york city, federal law, criminal obstruction, news, entertainment
## Mayor Zohran Mamdani
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's latest anti-ICE efforts risk obstructing federal immigration enforcement.
## Draft Letter to Garage Owners
Mamdani's draft letter urges city garage and parking lot owners to block ICE from using their property.

> Make it known to ICE that it is not authorized to use your garages and lots
## Oscar Belgal Arrest
Oscar Belgal's arrest prompted lefty calls for Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch and fury at Bronx parking garage owners.
## Criminal Obstruction Risk
Mamdani's actions may constitute criminal obstruction of federal immigration enforcement.
## Key takeaway

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's letter blocking ICE from using city garages may constitute criminal obstruction of federal immigration enforcement.