President Announces ICE Agents to Assist at U.S. Airports

Wichita State Advances to NIT Quarterfinals, French Bulldog Remains Top Dog Breed

Mar. 23, 2026 at 2:45pm

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President Trump announced that he will send Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to U.S. airports starting today to assist Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers who have been working without pay during the partial government shutdown. Meanwhile, the Wichita State Shockers men's basketball team advanced to the NIT quarterfinals, and the French Bulldog retained its title as the most popular dog breed for the fourth consecutive year.

Why it matters

The deployment of ICE agents to airports raises concerns about potential immigration enforcement actions and the impact on air travel, while the Wichita State team's success in the NIT tournament is a source of pride for the local community. The continued popularity of the French Bulldog breed reflects ongoing trends in pet ownership and preferences.

The details

President Trump announced that he will send ICE agents to U.S. airports to assist TSA officers, though he did not provide specifics on the number of agents, their roles, or which airports they will be deployed to. The Wichita State Shockers defeated Oklahoma State 96-70 in the NIT tournament and will now face the Tulsa Hurricanes in the quarterfinals, with the winner advancing to the semifinals. The French Bulldog has been the most popular dog breed in the U.S. for the past four years, surpassing the long-reigning Golden Retriever, which is now the third most popular breed behind the Labrador Retriever.

  • President Trump announced the deployment of ICE agents to airports on Sunday, March 23, 2026.
  • The Wichita State Shockers will play the Tulsa Hurricanes in the NIT quarterfinals on March 24, 2026 at 6 pm.
  • The French Bulldog has been the most popular dog breed for the past 4 years as of 2026.

The players

President Trump

The President of the United States who announced the deployment of ICE agents to U.S. airports.

Wichita State Shockers

The men's basketball team from Wichita State University that advanced to the NIT quarterfinals.

French Bulldog

The dog breed that has been the most popular in the U.S. for the past 4 years.

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What’s next

The judge overseeing the NIT tournament will determine the winner of the Wichita State vs. Tulsa Hurricanes quarterfinal match on March 24, 2026, with the winner advancing to the semifinals.

The takeaway

The deployment of ICE agents to airports raises concerns about potential immigration enforcement actions and their impact on air travel, while the success of the Wichita State basketball team and the continued popularity of the French Bulldog breed reflect ongoing trends and community interests.