ICE Director Blasts LA Mayor Over Resistance to ICE Raids

ICE Director's Reaction to Kilmar Abrego Garcia's Return

• 🎯 Kilmar Abrego Garcia, described as an "illegal alien terrorist, gang member, and human trafficker," has returned to the U.S. facing human smuggling charges.
• 👏 ICE, FBI, and DOJ are commended for their investigation, leading to charges against Garcia, who is an MS-13 gang member.
• ⚖️ A deportation order for Garcia is in effect, and he will be deported after his due process and sentencing, regardless of the outcome of the current charges.

Criticism of Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass

• 🚫 Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons calls Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass's stance against ICE raids "absolutely disgusting."
• 🚨 Lyons states that Bass's actions, including calling for LAPD not to assist, endangered ICE officers who were trapped by protesters.
• 🗣️ He asserts that Bass was on the ground representing criminals, including rapists, gang members, and human traffickers, among the 118 individuals arrested.

Dangers Faced by ICE Agents

• ⚠️ Rhetoric from elected officials and calls to "unmask" or "dox" ICE agents are putting officers and their families in danger.
• 🏠 Lyons shares a personal experience of protesters showing up at his home in the past, highlighting the fear and unsafety this creates for families.
• 🛡️ ICE agents are forced to wear masks due to threats and the public targeting of their identities and families.

ICE's Mission and Priorities

• 📈 ICE has had record arrest days, apprehending over 2,300 individuals on one day and 2,200 on another, focusing on dangerous criminals.
• 🚨 Lyons expresses concern about the safety of ICE personnel and the public, citing the arrest of an al-Qaeda member in Philadelphia.
• 🇺🇸 He states that politicians hindering ICE's duty to enforce immigration law and protect citizens are a significant concern.
• 💪 ICE will continue its law enforcement duties with full force, as supported by Secretary Mayorkas and the President.