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BONUS POD: Woman Killed After Attempting to Ram ICE Officer

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Jan 8, 2026
A woman was shot by an ICE agent after allegedly attempting to ram her vehicle into him during a protest in Minneapolis. The incident is framed as part of a troubling rise in political vigilantism and violence against federal officers. Statistics reveal an alarming increase in assaults and threats directed at ICE personnel. Political commentary underscores the role of left-wing rhetoric in inciting such confrontational actions, while various officials voice strong support for law enforcement. The discussion links these incidents to broader trends in crime and policy.
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Shooting Framed As Defensive Response

  • Ben Ferguson argues the ICE agent's shooting was defensive because the driver weaponized her car and attempted to run over an officer.
  • He frames the incident as a consequence of left-wing rhetoric encouraging vigilantism and lawlessness.
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Officials Call It Domestic Terrorism

  • Kristi Noem described the incident as an attempted vehicle ramming and labeled it domestic terrorism.
  • She emphasized the officer fired defensive shots to protect himself and the public.
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Claimed Surge In Attacks On ICE

  • Noem cited DHS numbers claiming sharp increases in assaults and death threats against ICE agents.
  • She linked repeated vehicle ramming incidents to a broader nationwide threat to federal officers.
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