Mike Force Podcast Murder or Self-Defense | ICE in Minnesota
Jan 8, 2026
A recent shooting incident in Minneapolis involving an ICE agent sparks heated debate over the nature of self-defense. The discussion delves into the context of the confrontation and the challenges faced by law enforcement during high-stress scenarios. Legal standards for using deadly force, particularly when a vehicle is perceived as a weapon, are critically examined. The podcast also critiques media narratives and political reactions, raising uncomfortable questions about accountability and public trust in law enforcement.
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Sequence From The Video
- Mike Glover recounts video details where a 37-year-old woman blocks an ICE convoy, strikes an officer, then drives off and dies after being shot.
- He references seeing two camera angles showing the first shot through the windshield and subsequent fatal head wound.
Vehicle As Deadly Weapon
- Mike Glover argues a vehicle used against an officer constitutes a high-risk deadly threat under Graham v. Connor standards.
- He says the officer's split-second decision to shoot was objectively reasonable given immediacy and severity of danger.
Applying Graham v. Connor
- Glover outlines Graham factors: severity, immediacy, active resistance, and alternatives when assessing use of force.
- He emphasizes that a moving vehicle reduces time for verbal commands or safe alternatives.