Tricia McLaughlin, the top spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is set to leave her position next week, marking a significant departure during a period of heightened turbulence within the agency. McLaughlin, a prominent defender of the Trump administration’s aggressive immigration enforcement policies, publicly supported controversial tactics and frequently appeared in the media to defend the administration’s deportation efforts. Her departure follows increasing public criticism of DHS’s immigration policies, especially after high-profile shootings in Minneapolis involving federal officers, which undermined the department’s credibility. McLaughlin’s exit comes amid a broader wave of DHS officials leaving, including ICE Deputy Director Madison Sheahan, who announced her bid for Congress. The departure also coincides with declining public support for immigration enforcement; a recent CBS poll showed support for Trump’s deportation campaign dropped from 59% to 46%, with 61% of Americans now believing immigration agents are too tough. McLaughlin’s role included defending the administration on major networks and social media, where she often clashed with critics. Despite her departure, her future plans remain unclear, though she has not ruled out running for office. Her exit reflects ongoing internal chaos at DHS, with reports of leadership struggles, mismanagement, and political backlash over enforcement actions, especially in Minneapolis.