Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons didn’t mince words when he aimed at Democratic leaders for their reckless attacks on his agents.
Breitbart reported that Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz have unleashed a barrage of inflammatory comments, labeling ICE agents everything from “secret police” to “modern Gestapo.” Enforcing federal law is now a villainous act in their progressive playbook.
Lyons, leading Immigration and Customs Enforcement under President Donald Trump, fired back in a video message posted on X. The sharp rebuke came in response to Wu’s “secret police” jab and Jeffries’ press conference remarks about tracking down ICE agents.
In one swift move, Lyons turned the tables, calling out the hypocrisy of politicians who vilify the very people protecting their communities.
The controversy kicked off when Wu, a rising Democratic star, smeared ICE agents as Trump’s shadowy enforcers. Her words weren’t just careless—they were a deliberate dog whistle to activists eager to demonize law enforcement. It’s almost as if she forgot that ICE agents are real people, not cartoon villains.
Not to be outdone, Jeffries upped the ante at a press conference, vowing to identify ICE agents and hold them accountable.
“Every single one of [these ICE agents] will, of course, be identified,” he declared, framing transparency as a weapon. Sounds like a plan to dox federal officers for doing their jobs—classy move, Congressman.
Jeffries’ comments suggest ICE agents are rogue actors, not civil servants enforcing laws passed by Congress. His call for “transparency” feels more like a veiled threat, designed to intimidate those tasked with upholding public safety. Actions, it seems, have consequences, and Jeffries might want to check his rhetoric before pointing fingers.
Then came Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, who took the hyperbole to a new low by comparing ICE agents to the Nazi Gestapo.
Calling federal officers “Trump’s modern Gestapo” isn’t just offensive—it’s a grotesque distortion that cheapens historical atrocities. Walz’s word choice reveals more about his pandering to the far left than about ICE’s actual work.
Lyons, clearly fed up, used his X platform to set the record straight. “My officers and agents walk into danger so other people can sleep safely at night,” he said, highlighting the daily risks his team faces. It’s a stark reminder that while politicians play word games, ICE agents are out there tackling real threats.
He didn’t stop there. “Politicians need to stop putting my people in danger,” Lyons demanded, directly addressing Wu, Jeffries, and their ilk.
The acting director’s message was clear: words have weight, and reckless rhetoric endangers real families.
Lyons’ defense wasn’t just emotional—it was grounded in results. ICE recently announced a string of arrests in Minnesota, nabbing a murderer, a gang member, sex offenders, and drug dealers. Funny how Walz’s “Gestapo” jab came right before his state saw these dangerous criminals taken off the streets.
The timing of these arrests underscores the disconnect between Democratic talking points and reality. While Wu and Jeffries stoke outrage for political points, ICE agents are removing predators from communities. Perhaps it’s time for a reality check on who’s protecting the public.
Lyons’ video wasn’t just a defense—it was a call to action. “I’m not asking them to stop. I’m demanding that they stop,” he said, putting Democrats on notice. It’s a bold stance, and one that resonates with Americans tired of seeing law enforcement scapegoated.
The Democratic trio’s rhetoric isn’t just unfair—it’s dangerous. Painting ICE agents as villains risks inciting hostility toward federal officers who already face volatile situations. Smearing them as “secret police” or “Gestapo” doesn’t just undermine morale; it puts lives at stake.
Lyons’ response shines a light on a broader issue: the left’s growing habit of demonizing law enforcement to score political points. Wu, Jeffries, and Walz aren’t critiquing policy—they’re attacking people who risk their lives for public safety. It’s a cheap tactic, and Americans deserve better.
The acting director’s plea wasn’t just for his agents—it was for common sense. “Law enforcement is common sense,” Lyons said, cutting through the noise of activist-driven narratives. Maybe it’s time for Democrats to listen, or at least think before they speak.
