Mysterious ‘White Powder’ Found at ICE, DHS Building

A major security scare hit New York’s federal offices Thursday after an envelope containing a mysterious white powder was discovered at 26 Federal Plaza, home to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

The discovery prompted an immediate evacuation of the building, while emergency responders worked to contain the potential threat.

Authorities confirmed that the lockdown was a precautionary measure to protect employees and the public.

“ICE is currently responding to an ongoing emergency at 26 Federal Plaza,” DHS said in a statement. “An unknown substance was found in one of the ICE offices. Out of an abundance of caution, the federal building was evacuated due to a potential threat to the safety of those inside. Some individuals are sheltering in place as part of established safety protocols.”

Officials emphasized that there was “no indication of danger” to the public while first responders worked to secure the scene.

New York Mayor Eric Adams (D) reassured residents in a social media post, as Trending Politics reported.

“New Yorkers, I have been preliminarily briefed on the matter unfolding at 26 Federal Plaza where envelopes containing white powder were discovered. I want to also reassure you that there are no known injuries at this time,” Adams wrote. “While we await test results from our federal partners, @FDNY Hazmat teams are on the ground to ensure the safety of everyone inside and outside of the building.”

The envelope was found on the ninth floor, which houses ICE offices, according to reports. Authorities are still awaiting lab results to determine the contents of the powder. No arrests have been made, and the FBI has opened an investigation into the incident.

The timing of the scare comes amid heightened tensions between ICE officers and activists targeting the agency.

Far-left groups have been publicly sharing information about ICE officers, including names and locations, in recent months.

Lawmakers in Democratic-controlled legislatures have introduced bills that could limit ICE officers’ ability to conceal their identities during operations, raising concerns about potential harassment or doxxing.

The threat at 26 Federal Plaza highlights the dangers ICE officers face while performing their duties. In one notable case last month, U.S. Representative Salud Carbajal (D-Calif.) shared the personal information of an ICE employee with protestors.

The man was later assaulted outside of work, demonstrating the risks that come with exposing officers’ identities.

Authorities continue to stress that the white powder incident remains under investigation, and all standard safety protocols were followed to protect those inside the federal building.

While details about the substance itself are pending, officials have urged the public to avoid the area to allow emergency responders to address the situation safely.

This event is part of a broader trend of targeting federal agencies involved in immigration enforcement, with activists increasingly focusing on both political and personal harassment tactics.

The White House and federal law enforcement agencies are monitoring the situation closely as the investigation unfolds.

26 Federal Plaza has been the site of several high-profile immigration enforcement activities in recent months, and Thursday’s scare serves as a reminder of the challenges and risks faced by those working in federal immigration offices across the country.

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