White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt has firmly defended an ICE agent involved in a controversial shooting in Minneapolis. She called the agent's actions an act of self-defense.
Leavitt Accuses Democrats of Encouraging Violence
Leavitt directly accused Minnesota Democrats, including Governor Tim Walz, of encouraging violence and obstruction against federal law enforcement officers. She stated that local leaders are inciting harassment of ICE agents.
Mugshots Highlighted to Support Claims
During her remarks, Leavitt highlighted mugshots of criminals that ICE has removed from Minnesota. She used these images to urge state officials to stop what she described as dangerous rhetoric against federal officers.
The Department of Homeland Security provided details on the incident. They said the latest shooting involved an ICE agent responding defensively to an armed assailant. This event followed broader protests sparked by an earlier fatal ICE shooting in the area.
Political Tensions Deepen Nationwide
The dispute reflects the ongoing political tensions from the Biden-Trump era. It has intensified divisions across the country, with federal and state authorities clashing over law enforcement policies.
Leavitt's strong backing of the ICE agent underscores the White House's stance on supporting federal operations. Her comments have sparked further debate about the role of ICE and the relationship between state and federal governments.
