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Idaho Bar's Free Beer Promo Fuels Deportation Controversy

12/3/2025

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Old State Saloon in Eagle, Idaho offered a month of free beer to assist ICE's deportation efforts.
The promotion drew attention, with supporters praising it and critics warning of profiling and economic disruption.
Ryan Spoon, vice chair of the Ada County Republican Central Committee, claimed the reward after informing ICE.
Despite backlash, the bar continues promoting offers, including free beer for undocumented individuals who self-deport, prompting concerns for local businesses.

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Old State Saloon in Eagle, Idaho offered a month of free beer to assist ICE's deportation efforts.
The promotion drew attention, with supporters praising it and critics warning of profiling and economic disruption.
Ryan Spoon, vice chair of the Ada County Republican Central Committee, claimed the reward after informing ICE.
Despite backlash, the bar continues promoting offers, including free beer for undocumented individuals who self-deport, prompting concerns for local businesses.