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ICE Out of Control

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Jan 27, 2026
Joyce Vance, former U.S. Attorney and legal commentator, offers sharp legal perspective. They unpack the fatal Minneapolis border patrol shooting and a leaked ICE memo about warrantless home entries. Conversation probes use of force, political double standards, and threats to civil liberties. Short, urgent, and provocative.
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Excessive Force And Poor Tactics

  • The video shows ICE/Border agents using excessive force and poor tactics leading to Alex Preddy's death.
  • Preet Bharara argues the shooting appears unjustified and reflects lack of training and character among agents.
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Miscommunication Triggered Panic Shooting

  • Agents removed a holstered, lawfully possessed firearm but reacted to shouted words like "gun" with immediate lethal force.
  • Preet notes poor communication (saying "clear" vs "gun") likely triggered a panic response to shoot.
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Shooting Appears Emotional, Not Defensive

  • Joyce Vance and Preet characterize the killing as emotional and not self-defense based on video cues.
  • They highlight the shooter may have acted from anger after a physical scuffle and not a legitimate threat.
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