Charles Barkley expresses views on immigration and ICE during interview
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 1:02 AM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Charles Barkley spoke on The Chris Cuomo Project, voicing his opposition to abolishing ICE and certain far-left political movements. He emphasized the importance of immigration but criticized the need for improved practices within ICE. Barkley also raised concerns over a perceived increase in open racism, linking it to the political climate. His candid remarks continue to position him as a prominent figure willing to challenge popular beliefs.
- •Barkley appeared on The Chris Cuomo Project on October 3, 2026.
- •He criticized movements calling for no ICE and no prisons.
- •Barkley acknowledged the need for immigrants but urged reform in ICE practices.
- •He expressed concern over a rise in open racism in society.
- •Barkley has hinted at possibly retiring from Inside the NBA after this season.
- 1:02 AMYahoo Sports — ‘We can’t just let people come across the border’: Charles Barkley speaks out against abolishing ICE
"Part of what has made Inside the NBA’s Charles Barkley a beloved figure in the media in the days since his Hall of Fame playing career has ended is his willingness to always express his beliefs, popular or otherwise. Barkley recently appeared on The Chris Cuomo Project, where he discussed how foolish he finds some of…
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