Philadelphia’s threat to prosecute ICE could trigger landmark court fight over authority, experts warn

[Immigration](https://www.foxnews.com/category/us/immigration) Philadelphia’s threat to prosecute ICE could trigger landmark court fight over authority, experts warn Legal experts warn Larry Krasner's pledge may lead to constitutional showdown as trust breaks down between local and federal law enforcement By [Charles Creitz](//www.foxnews.com/person/c/charles-creitz) [Fox News](https://www.foxnews.com/) Published [January 17, 2026 7:30am EST](https://www.foxnews.com/html-sitemap/2026/january/17) * Flipboard [](#)[close](#) [ Video](https://www.foxnews.com/video/6387483226112) #### [Philadelphia sheriff rips ICE as 'fake' law enforcement after Minnesota shooting](https://www.foxnews.com/video/6387483226112) Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal categorized ICE as "fake" law enforcement. (Credit: Philadelphia Sheriff's Office) NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The Department of Homeland Security, the Justice Department and legal scho... --- *Note: This is a summarized excerpt. Click the source link above to read the full story.*