Congressman's Stance on Immigration and ICE Sparks Debate

The Controversial Vote

A recent intense discussion on immigration and ICE tactics has thrust Congressman Shri Thanedar into the spotlight. The debate centered around his views on deportation, ICE's actions, and his stance on a bill aimed at deporting illegal immigrants convicted of sex crimes.

Thanedar's decision to vote against this bipartisan-supported bill raised eyebrows. When questioned, he argued that no bill is perfect and that he couldn't pick and choose which parts to support. Critics, however, pointed out that the bill's core purpose was to deport dangerous criminals.

Lack of Outreach to Affected Families

The conversation also highlighted Thanedar's lack of outreach to families affected by crimes committed by illegal immigrants. He admitted to meeting constituents who had been terrorized by ICE but couldn't recall if he had ever contacted a family directly affected by such a crime.

A Tense Exchange Over an ICE Agent

The debate took a tense turn when the topic shifted to an incident involving an ICE agent. Thanedar had previously called the agent a murderer, a claim he defended by saying the agent's actions were not justified. Critics argued that the agent was acting in self-defense and that Thanedar's rush to judgment was irresponsible.

Defending His Position

Throughout the debate, Thanedar maintained his position, emphasizing his belief in the rule of law and due process. However, his critics argued that his actions and words did not align with these principles.