The real problem in Minneapolis
AlterNet • • general
Key Points:
- Clashes between ICE agents and Minneapolis residents have intensified following the death of Renee Good, with recent incidents including an ICE agent shooting a person claimed to be fleeing arrest.
- President Trump has threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act to quell protests in Minnesota, labeling protesters as "insurrectionists," while critics argue the real issue is ICE's violent actions against civilians.
- ICE is expanding recruitment with lowered standards, targeting gun and military enthusiasts, raising concerns about the agency becoming increasingly militarized and dangerous.
- Congressional Democrats, including Rep. Rosa DeLauro and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, are pushing to impose restrictions on ICE in the upcoming Department of Homeland Security appropriations bill, including disarming agents and holding them accountable
