ICE official puts politicians on blast, accusing them of endangering people
Acting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Director Todd Lyons is demanding that politicians stop putting his agents in danger. In a video message, Lyons called out Boston Mayor Michelle Wu and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, suggesting that their inflammatory comments are harming ICE agents and their families.
During a recent speech, Mayor Wu expressed concerns about people being taken off the streets by federal agents wearing masks. U.S. Attorney for the District of Massachusetts Leah Foley defended the use of masks, explaining that ICE agents are facing threats and assaults due to false narratives spread by politicians like Wu.
In response to Wu’s comments, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) criticized her for comparing ICE agents to neo-Nazis. The DHS emphasized that ICE officers wear masks to protect themselves from dangerous individuals and that demonizing law enforcement is harmful.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries also weighed in on the issue, stating that ICE agents who try to conceal their identities will be identified and held accountable. He emphasized the importance of following the law and ensuring transparency in law enforcement operations.
In separate incidents involving Democratic lawmakers, Rep. LaMonica McIver and Rep. Jerry Nadler reported confrontations with DHS agents. McIver was charged with assaulting law enforcement, while Nadler’s staffer was handcuffed during a security check at his office.
Fox News Digital reached out to Mayor Wu and Minority Leader Jeffries for comment, but they did not respond by the time of publication. The ongoing tensions between politicians and law enforcement underscore the need for respectful dialogue and mutual understanding in addressing immigration issues.
This article highlights the challenges faced by ICE agents in carrying out their duties and emphasizes the importance of upholding the rule of law while respecting the rights of all individuals involved. The safety and security of both law enforcement officers and the communities they serve should be a top priority in addressing immigration enforcement concerns.
