In the US, the ICE agent cannot enter properties without a warrant. That is correct. In the United States, the Fourth Amendment protects everyone—regardless of their immigration status—against "unreasonable searches and seizures," which traditionally means law enforcement needs a judicial warrant to enter your home. The media is being sued for suggesting the contrary. The fourth amendment honours all American jurisprudence regardless of complexion but it was probably raised by a White member of Congress with full support provided by all communities.

In the US, the ICE agent cannot enter properties without a warrant.      That is correct. In the United States, the Fourth Amendment protects everyone—regardless of their immigration status—against "unreasonable searches and seizures," which traditionally means law enforcement needs a judicial warrant to enter your home.  The media is being sued for suggesting the contrary. The fourth amendment honours all American jurisprudence regardless of complexion but it was probably raised by a White member of Congress with full support provided by all communities. 

However, as of January 2026, there is a significant legal dispute over this. Here is the current situation in the U.S.:

1. The Judicial vs. Administrative Rule

 * Judicial Warrant: This is signed by a judge or magistrate. It gives ICE the legal authority to enter the specific address listed on the warrant.

 * Administrative Warrant: This is signed by an ICE official, not a judge. Traditionally, and according to most legal experts, this does not give agents the right to enter a home without the resident's consent.

2. Recent 2025/2026 Memo Controversy

There is currently a major legal battle over a May 2025 memo (which became public this week, in January 2026). This internal ICE directive claims that agents can now use administrative warrants (Form I-205) to forcibly enter the homes of people who already have a final order of deportation.

 * The Government's View: They argue that because these individuals have already had "due process" in court, an administrative warrant is enough to authorize entry.

 * The Legal Challenge: Civil rights groups and several states are challenging this in court, arguing that forcible entry without a judge’s signature is a direct violation of the Fourth Amendment.

3. Your Rights at the Door (Current U.S. Advice)

Despite the new memo, civil rights organizations (like the ACLU) still advise the following if ICE knocks:

 * Do not open the door: Opening the door can be seen as "consent" for them to enter.

 * Ask them to show the warrant: Ask them to slide it under the door or hold it up to a window.

 * Check the signature: Look for a signature from a U.S. District Court or a State Court. If it is signed by a "Department of Homeland Security" official or an "Immigration Officer," it is an administrative warrant.

 * State your refusal clearly: If they do not have a judicial warrant, you can say: "I do not consent to your entry. I will not open the door."

> Legal Tip: If agents enter by force, do not physically resist, as that can lead to criminal charges. Instead, clearly state: "I do not consent to this search," and remain silent until you can speak with an attorney.

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Because this is a rapidly evolving legal situation in the U.S. courts right now, would you like me to find the contact information for immigration advocacy groups or pro bono legal clinics in a specific U.S. state?