What are ICE’s visiting policies, and why are Democrats suing over them?

After Democratic lawmakers filed a lawsuit over being denied access to a Maryland ICE facility, DHS is clarifying its simple procedures for members of Congress to request a visit to its facilities.

According to ICE’s Office of Congressional Relations website, members of Congress need only submit a request via email at least seven days in advance of their desired visit.

A Department of Homeland Security spokesperson explained to Fox News Digital that the seven-day requirement is to "prevent interference with the President’s Article II authority to oversee executive department functions."

"A week is sufficient to ensure no intrusion on the President’s constitutional authority," the spokesperson said, adding, "To protect t...