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Krasner's "Wannabe Nazis" Comment Sparks Outrage and Calls for Investigation

2/3/2026

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Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner faced backlash for calling Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents "wannabe Nazis" and threatening to "hunt down" those who enforce federal immigration laws.
Republican lawmakers, led by Greg Steube, urged the Justice Department to investigate Krasner's remarks, saying they incite violence.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro condemned Krasner's statements as unacceptable.
Critics including Rep. Dan Meuser argue Krasner's approach endangers communities and federal law enforcement.

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Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner faced backlash for calling Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents "wannabe Nazis" and threatening to "hunt down" those who enforce federal immigration laws.
Republican lawmakers, led by Greg Steube, urged the Justice Department to investigate Krasner's remarks, saying they incite violence.
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro condemned Krasner's statements as unacceptable.
Critics including Rep. Dan Meuser argue Krasner's approach endangers communities and federal law enforcement.