Truculência política atinge líderes de oposição a Trump
A crescente violência política nos Estados Unidos, especialmente contra figuras do Partido Democrata, levanta preocupações sobre a segurança de quem se opõe ao governo de Donald Trump. Casos recentes de agressões a políticos e juízes pelo ICE refletem um ambiente cada vez mais hostil e perigoso.
Politicians of the Democratic Party in opposition to Donald Trump's administration are increasingly facing aggression from federal agents, indicating a clear danger to those who dissent from the federal power.
Recent incidents include Brad Lander, New York's auditor-general, who on June 20 was detained while trying to assist an immigrant in a court for immigration issues, confronted by ICE agents.
On June 12, Senator Alex Padilla from California faced a similar situation after questioning Kristi Noem, the Secretary of Homeland Security, regarding deportations during a press conference. He was removed and detained by federal agents.
Similarly, Ras Baraka, the mayor of Newark, was assaulted and spent hours in police custody after inquiring about the treatment of immigrants at an ICE detention center.
Even a judge, Hannah Dugan from Wisconsin, was arrested for allegedly interfering with ICE operations while questioning their actions.
Trump threatened to arrest California Governor Gavin Newsom over his opposition to federal military presence in the state. Newsom has since gained positive national attention.
Trump's approval ratings have declined, particularly concerning immigration policies, which were central to his 2024 campaign.
ICE's aggressive tactics are causing immigrants to flee workplaces, harming businesses reliant on immigrant labor, while public disapproval of ICE’s methods has increased alongside growing concerns over political violence.
On June 14, Melissa Hortman, a state representative from Minnesota, was murdered along with her husband by an individual targeting political figures.
Additionally, on April 14, an arson attack occurred at the residence of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, although he and his family were unharmed.
On June 13, a day before national protests against Trump, leaders from the extremist group Proud Boys called for violence against protesters, which has heightened the ongoing climate of political violence.
The Proud Boys had previously been involved in the January 6 Capitol invasion and were recently pardoned by Trump, allowing them to continue their activities.