AOC Slams ICE Barbie and Trump Border Czar Over Mayor Arrest: Were Going to Have a Problem

Published: Sunday, May 11, 2025 at 4:11 pm

AOC Slams ICE and Trump Officials Over Newark Mayor's Arrest

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) is firing back at the Trump administration following the arrest of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka at an ICE detention facility in New Jersey. The incident, which occurred during an attempted inspection by Democratic officials, including Reps. Bonnie Watson Coleman and Robert Menendez, has sparked a heated political debate.

Baraka was arrested and charged with trespassing after a scuffle broke out at the facility. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has warned of potential further arrests, alleging that Democratic officials physically assaulted ICE personnel. Rep. Watson Coleman, however, has refuted these claims, calling them "ridiculous." DHS has promised to release footage to support its claims but has yet to do so.

AOC's response, delivered in a fiery Instagram video, directly addressed the situation. She warned that any harm to Rep. Watson Coleman or other representatives would be met with resistance. She also criticized DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, who has been nicknamed "ICE Barbie," and former Trump Border Czar Tom Homan. Homan defended the arrests, accusing the Democrats of political theatrics and claiming their actions were motivated by a desire to prevent deportations.

Homan stated that his officers will continue to arrest anyone who crosses the line of impediment while protesting outside ICE detention facilities. AOC accused immigration officials of violating the right to legal oversight of departmental operations.

BNN's Perspective:

This situation highlights the deep political divide surrounding immigration. While the Democrats are clearly advocating for oversight and due process, the Trump administration is taking a hardline stance, viewing the actions as political posturing. The lack of released footage from DHS raises questions about transparency, and the accusations from both sides make it difficult to determine the full truth of the events. A thorough investigation and the release of all available evidence are crucial to understanding what happened and ensuring accountability.

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