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House GOP Proposes Harsh Penalties for Attacks on ICE

9/4/2025

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House Republicans are promoting the "Protect and Respect ICE Act" to enhance penalties for assaults on ICE agents.
Introduced by Rep. Ashley Hinson, the bill proposes to double prison sentences and fines for offenders.
The Department of Homeland Security reported an 830% increase in assaults on ICE agents from January to July 2025.
Hinson attributes the violence to progressive activists and criticizes their views on illegal immigration.
Chicago Mayor Johnson opposes federal measures, signing an order to restrict police cooperation with federal law enforcement.

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House Republicans are promoting the "Protect and Respect ICE Act" to enhance penalties for assaults on ICE agents.
Introduced by Rep. Ashley Hinson, the bill proposes to double prison sentences and fines for offenders.
The Department of Homeland Security reported an 830% increase in assaults on ICE agents from January to July 2025.
Hinson attributes the violence to progressive activists and criticizes their views on illegal immigration.
Chicago Mayor Johnson opposes federal measures, signing an order to restrict police cooperation with federal law enforcement.