Despite New York being designated as a sanctuary state, several counties are working with the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency through 287(g) agreements. These agreements authorize local authorities to perform various immigration enforcement tasks, which contradicts the state's overarching policies aimed at protecting immigrants from federal anti-immigration actions.

The article identifies specific counties within New York that have opted into these collaborative efforts, despite the stance of the governor and city to protect migrants from federal intervention. This difference highlights a divide within the state regarding immigration policy and enforcement, where local jurisdictions may prioritize law enforcement capabilities or local pressures over the protective laws established at the state level.

As public sentiment around immigration continues to evolve, the collaboration of certain counties with ICE challenges the sanctuary status of New York and raises questions about the efficacy and implementation of such sanctuary policies. The implications of these collaborations could influence future immigration enforcement practices and the lives of immigrants residing within those counties.