ICE agents used what appeared to be a smoke device to disperse a crowd near a restaurant in San Diego, leading to a chaotic scene during a raid. Civil rights groups and officials have conflicting views on the actions of ICE agents and their use of intimidation tactics.
Key Points
Conflicting views on the actions of ICE agents
Debate on the use of masks by ICE agents
Civil rights groups assert the right of bystanders to observe and protest
Pros
ICE agents can execute criminal search warrants
ICE agents have the authority to arrest individuals on civil immigration violations
Cons
Use of intimidation tactics by ICE agents
Confusion among bystanders regarding the presence and actions of ICE agents