Sheahan, a close ally of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and self-proclaimed “Trump conservative,”has served as the agency’s No. 2 official since March 2025.
Her departure was announced internally on Thursday morning, marking the end of a 10-month tenure focused on aggressive enforcement and deportation.
In a statement provided to the Washington Examiner by an ICE spokesperson, Noem supported Sheahan’s decision to run for Ohio’s 9th Congressional District.
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“She will be a great defender of freedom when she goes to Congress,” Noem said in the statement.
Sheahan worked under Noem during her time as governor of South Dakota.
During Sheahan’s time at ICE, she was instrumental in implementing the administration’s “culture of accountability.”
Noem praised her work at ICE, highlighting her work ethic and accomplishments
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