Kristi Noem Invents ICE Assault, Proves Facts Are Optional
Kristi Noem, a self-appointed authority on many things (including, apparently, canine ethics), boldly declared ICE agents were 'surrounded and assaulted' before a fatal shooting, as reported by The Independent. Conveniently, video evidence and numerous eyewitness accounts directly refute this dramatic retelling. One might wonder if Noem was applying for a role in a direct-to-video action flick
instead of commenting on a tragedy. This isn't just a simple mistake; it's a deliberate manufacturing of threat where none existed, designed to justify the actions of law enforcement while fueling a broader anti-immigrant agenda. The Independent shows her claims to be baseless, yet such rhetoric often serves as a preamble to more aggressive policies or increased federal funding for agencies like
ICE—an agency perpetually seeking pretexts for expanded operations. The question isn't whether she cares about the truth, but what purpose this specific untruth serves.