ICE Killing of Alex Peretti: Witness Affidavit and Calls to Abolish ICE

Incident in Minneapolis

• 🚨 An ICE agent allegedly shoved a civilian to the ground and then, along with other agents, shot him multiple times, according to a witness affidavit.
• physician who witnessed the event stated there was no need for lethal force and that agents did not perform CPR, instead appearing to count bullet wounds.
• 🚑 The witness, a pediatrician, attempted to administer aid but faced initial resistance from ICE agents before EMS arrived.

Political Reactions and Accusations

• 🗣️ Stephen Miller and J.D. Vance are criticized for calling the victim an assassin and retweeting claims of self-defense before an investigation.
• ⚖️ The narrative is contrasted with the Kyle Rittenhouse case, highlighting a perceived double standard in how similar incidents are treated.
• 🏛️ There is a strong assertion that federal officers do not have absolute immunity and will be held accountable, even if delayed until after the current administration.

Calls to Abolish ICE

• ✊ The incident is framed as a turning point, with a strong argument that ICE should be abolished rather than retrained or reformed.
• 💰 The agency's funding is questioned, especially in contrast to underfunded services like VA healthcare, suggesting a misallocation of resources.
• 🚫 Critics describe ICE as an institution that is above the law and inherently corrupt, with officers characterized as unqualified and engaging in kidnapping.
• 📢 Progressive voices are urged to adopt a platform to abolish ICE entirely, emphasizing that the country functioned well before its creation and will do so again without it.