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GOP Spokesperson Accuses Reporter of Bias on Immigration

1/16/2026

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The GOP spokesperson Leavitt accused the reporter of bias, calling them a 'left-wing hack' after the reporter questioned the number of American deaths attributed to illegal aliens.
The incident reflects ongoing GOP narratives about immigration, particularly regarding the death of Renee Good, which they frame as justified.
Critics say such rhetoric distracts from concerns about the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and accountability for its actions.

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Story summary

The GOP spokesperson Leavitt accused the reporter of bias, calling them a 'left-wing hack' after the reporter questioned the number of American deaths attributed to illegal aliens.
The incident reflects ongoing GOP narratives about immigration, particularly regarding the death of Renee Good, which they frame as justified.
Critics say such rhetoric distracts from concerns about the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and accountability for its actions.