Houston is already feeling the impact of a high-stakes dispute with the state over immigration policy.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire, a Democrat, said the city was in a “crisis situation” after Gov. Greg Abbott threatened to withdraw $110 million in state funds.

Houston faces major public safety funding cuts tied to an immigration policy dispute, forcing immediate changes like police overtime reductions.

Under threat of a $110 million funding loss, the Houston City Council on Friday will consider repealing changes it recently approved to how city police officers cooperate with ICE agents. Why it matters: Mayor John Whitmire called the threat by Gov.

Gov. Abbott threatened to pull $110 million in public spending, including for police, after Houston passed an ordinance on how police engage with ICE.

Houston stands to lose $110 million in public safety funds after its city council voted to end a policy requiring police to cooperate with federal immigration authorities.

Houston’s mayor says the funding isn’t just at risk — it’s already gone. Now the city is making cuts as leaders scramble to respond.

Millions of dollars in public safety funding have been frozen for Houston following a recent change in the city's immigration policy, according to city officials.