I am writing to demand immediate action after a disturbing incident in Broadview, Illinois, on September 12, 2025, where ICE agents pushed a disabled protester to the ground and fired non-lethal rounds at her while she attempted to protect herself. This is illegal, unconstitutional, and a direct violation of civil rights, and it highlights serious public safety risks.
ICE agents are repeatedly shown to be recklessly trained, poorly screened, and incapable of safely interacting with civilians, putting vulnerable populations—especially the elderly, disabled, and lawful protesters—at severe risk of injury or death.
I urge you to take the following immediate, actionable steps:
1. Launch a federal investigation into ICE conduct in this and similar incidents nationwide within 30 days.
2. Suspend or restrict field operations of agents involved until the investigation is complete.
3. Implement independent oversight of ICE operations, including mandatory reporting of civilian injuries, within 60 days.
4. Establish binding training and certification standards for all ICE agents, ensuring compliance with civil rights laws and public safety protocols, within 90 days.
5. Report publicly on what measures will be taken to prevent similar incidents in Iowa and nationwide, including accountability measures for agents violating civil rights.
No American should fear violence, intimidation, or unlawful targeting for exercising their constitutional rights. Immediate, concrete action is required to protect both civil liberties and public safety. I expect a written response within 30 days detailing the steps you will take to address this crisis.
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