1. United States
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ICE agents are operating with absolute impunity in Minneapolis, Portland, and in cities across the country. Mr. Trump and his administration have chosen to gaslight the public and push a narrative that avoids any accountability and attempts to convince the public that what we have seen with our own eyes is not the truth. We are entering a dangerous moment, and I fear for the lives of anyone who stands against ICE and their unlawful actions. I don't need to remind you, but someone should remind the administration, Ms. Noem, and all of ICE: it is not a crime to exist in the United States, regardless of citizenship or residency status, regardless of political affiliation. It is not a capital offense to refuse to comply with law enforcement. No law enforcement entity has the authority to serve as judge, jury, and executioner and bypass the right to due process. I implore you to use the authority you have to take a firm stand against ICE and their illegal actions and pass legislation that that checks their authority, sending a clear signal to the administration that they work for us, and we will not stand by as our nation descends into a police state.