ICE agents are making house calls for online critics
Federal agents from the Department of Homeland Security have been visiting individuals who have criticized ICE online, citing concerns over threats and doxing. Critics argue these house calls are an intimidation tactic against those speaking out against government immigration policies.
Why it matters
This raises significant questions regarding the balance between national security, the protection of federal personnel, and the First Amendment rights of citizens.
A few hours after checking into a hotel in New York City, David Streever woke up to a call from the front desk saying someone was looking for him.
The framing focuses on the perspective of the individuals being visited and characterizes the government's actions as potentially chilling free speech.
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