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Critics Slam Noem's ICE Body Cam Proposal Amid Violence

2/13/2026

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Critics say Kristi Noem (leader of the Department of Homeland Security) promotes violence and misinformation.
Democrats are urged to reject Noem's proposal for body cameras for ICE agents, arguing it could worsen abuses.
Reports indicate DHS used violent footage of immigrants as propaganda to appeal to the MAGA base.
The shooting of Marimar Martinez, a teacher, has fueled outrage, with evidence suggesting agents acted aggressively.

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Story summary

Critics say Kristi Noem (leader of the Department of Homeland Security) promotes violence and misinformation.
Democrats are urged to reject Noem's proposal for body cameras for ICE agents, arguing it could worsen abuses.
Reports indicate DHS used violent footage of immigrants as propaganda to appeal to the MAGA base.
The shooting of Marimar Martinez, a teacher, has fueled outrage, with evidence suggesting agents acted aggressively.