DHS Condemns Boston Mayor Wu's Comparison of ICE Agents to Neo-Nazis
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu faces backlash from DHS for likening ICE agents to a neo-Nazi group over their use of masks.
DHS slams Wu's comparison of ICE agents to neo-Nazis
Washington Examiner
Overview
The Department of Homeland Security criticized Boston Mayor Michelle Wu for comparing ICE agents to the neo-Nazi group NSC-131, citing a rise in assaults on ICE officers. Wu's comments, made during an interview, suggested that ICE's use of masks is akin to that of neo-Nazis. DHS responded by defending ICE's actions and highlighting the dangers faced by their officers. The White House also supported ICE, emphasizing their recent enforcement operations in Boston despite the city's sanctuary status. Wu has a history of conflict with federal immigration authorities, maintaining Boston's sanctuary city policies.
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Mayor Michelle Wu compared ICE agents to neo-Nazis because both wear masks, drawing a parallel with the neo-Nazi group NSC-131, which also wears masks. Her comments were made during a video posted by an account affiliated with the White House.
The Department of Homeland Security responded by calling Mayor Wu's comparison 'sickening' and emphasizing that ICE agents wear masks to protect themselves from targeted violence by known or suspected criminals.
Mayor Michelle Wu has a history of conflict with federal immigration authorities, particularly in maintaining Boston's status as a sanctuary city, which limits cooperation with ICE.
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