In the whirlwind of policy decisions that race through California, one recent law has found itself in the eye of the storm. The California governor, with his signature flourish, has banned law enforcement officers from wearing face coverings during official duties. Now, what could possibly go wrong? It seems the governor imagines an America where law enforcement officers should bare it all, even in the face of an exponential rise in assaults on ICE agents. A 1000% increase, not exactly trivial, but perhaps that’s just another day in the life of a Californian politician.
The acting ICE director, faced with these headwinds, must be feeling like he’s starring in an episode of a political thriller. He’s got a Herculean task ahead, navigating the tangled web of city officials who appear to be under the delusion that ICE agents are villainous fiends. In reality, these agents are working tirelessly to make sure America stays safe. Attacks from local politicians and protesters only add to the burden, making it easier for criminals to stay on the streets rather than behind bars where they belong. It’s almost as if there’s a script that says, “Who needs safe streets when we can have chaos?”
Protests and assaults against ICE agents aren’t limited to sunny California, either. In New York City, the metropolis that never sleeps, a dozen officials were recently arrested for attempting to breach ICE facilities. Maybe these law defenders think they’re champions for justice, but what they’re really doing is advocating for gang members and drug dealers to stay where they are – in the heart of urban neighborhoods. One might wonder if these protesters have given any thought to whom they’re really sticking up for.
The story of a missing 13-year-old should tug at anyone’s heartstrings, but instead, it serves as a sobering reminder of the very real dangers lurking when law enforcement has its feet tied. Thanks to ICE agents, this young girl, along with another 15-year-old found in a basement, was rescued from a horrifying reality involving illegal immigrants from Venezuela. These brave agents managed to shine a light into the dark corners where criminal activities fester. But still, some insist on comparing ICE operatives to unspeakable historical atrocities, ignoring their vigilant service to the country.
One can only imagine the relentless commitment from the men and women of ICE, who, despite facing relentless criticism and danger, continue to enforce the law. While the rhetoric rises and protests rage, ICE is out there, rounding up the worst of the worst, securing the streets and ultimately touching lives in significant ways. They keep striving to make America safe again – a mission that should be universally recognized and supported regardless of what some elected officials might prefer to believe. It’s high time that these unsung heroes receive the support and acknowledgment they rightfully deserve.
