Federal immigration agents have shot at least 21 people during Trump's 2nd term
Summary
Federal immigration agents have shot at least 21 people during President Trump's second term, with eight fatal shootings including three U.S. citizens. The latest case involved an ICE officer shooting a Venezuelan man making deliveries in Austin, Texas, which has caused protests and ongoing debate about federal immigration enforcement.Key Facts
- At least 21 people were shot by federal immigration agents during President Trump's second term.
- Eight of these shootings were fatal.
- Three of the people fatally shot were U.S. citizens.
- The most recent shooting happened in Austin, Texas, where ICE shot Wilber Rafael Garces Perez, a Venezuelan delivery worker.
- Wilber Garces Perez’s attorney says he was in the U.S. legally and had applied for asylum.
- The ICE officer involved in the Austin shooting was not wearing a body camera.
- The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said ICE will continue its operations in Austin despite local protests.
- DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin criticized Austin officials for prioritizing illegal immigrants over community safety.
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