Summary
President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement actions have recently become controversial within the Republican Party. This follows incidents in Minneapolis, where two deaths connected to ICE operations led to public backlash and calls for government accountability. The debate around ICE's practices has caused a split among Republicans and a decline in public support for the agency.
Key Facts
- Two incidents in Minneapolis involving ICE resulted in the deaths of Renee Good during a raid and Alex Pretti during a protest.
- Videos of the incidents have caused national attention and criticism, including from Republicans.
- Some GOP members, like Senator Susan Collins, are calling for reviews of ICE operations.
- Public support for abolishing ICE has increased, with a YouGov poll showing 46% in favor.
- Another poll showed 57% of Americans disapprove of ICE's methods.
- President Donald Trump has discussed possibly reducing ICE presence in Minneapolis.
- The White House has shifted its strategy, appointing Tom Homan to lead operations on the ground.
