DHS amplified a message (attributed to @StephenM) telling ICE officers they have “federal immunity” while doing their duties, and warning that anyone who “tries to stop” or “obstruct” them is committing a felony, including city/state officials. This is the rhetorical posture I’m talking about: force + speed + claimed immunity, with accountability treated as “obstruction.
DHS amplified a message (attributed to @StephenM) telling ICE officers they have “federal immunity” while doing their duties, and warning that anyone who “tries to stop” or “obstruct” them is committing a felony, including city/state officials.
This is the rhetorical posture I’m talking about: force + speed + claimed immunity, with accountability treated as “obstruction.