Giuseppe Sala

Giuseppe Sala is the Mayor of Milan, Italy. He is currently newsworthy due to his strong opposition to the involvement of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the security arrangements for the upcoming 2026 Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics. Sala has publicly criticized ICE, reportedly calling the agency a "militia that kills." His remarks and the broader controversy surrounding ICE's role have sparked protests and widespread debate in Italy. The Italian government has requested clarification from the U.S. regarding the deployment of ICE agents, who are expected to support diplomatic security details during the games. The controversy is overshadowing preparations for the Olympics and raising concerns about the appropriateness of ICE's involvement, given its controversial reputation regarding immigration enforcement in the U.S.