Letters from an American June 20, 2025
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Jun 21, 2025 Explore the controversial tactics used by ICE to apprehend individuals, raising questions about public perception and deceptive statistics. Discover the political ramifications of arrests aimed at opposing federal actions, showcasing their impact on media narratives. Delve into Trump's use of storytelling to undermine rivals and the fallout within his party. Examine public concerns over economic issues and draw parallels with historical political suppression tactics. Finally, discuss federal overreach and its implications for local governance and democracy.
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ICE's Assault Claims Questioned
- ICE agents are wearing masks and acting anonymously citing a large increase in assaults against them.
- However, investigation shows the assault numbers are exaggerated and lack solid evidence.
Brad Lander Arrested During Court Protection
- Masked ICE agents arrested NYC Comptroller Brad Lander while he was protecting an immigrant at a court hearing.
- Lander was charged with assaulting law enforcement but charges were later dropped by the governor.
Politicians Targeted in ICE Incidents
- Newark Mayor Ross Baraka was charged with trespassing during an ICE detention center protest but charges were dropped.
- Subsequently, another Democrat was charged for interfering during Baraka's arrest, but a judge rebuked prosecutors for rushing charges.