AOC Dares Trump Border Czar to Have DOJ Investigate Her
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The congresswoman has drawn Tom Homan’s ire for sharing information about unconstitutional search and seizure.

Summary

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) pushed back against Trump’s border czar, Tom Homan, after he suggested the DOJ investigate her for “aiding and abetting” illegal immigration.

Homan accused her of helping people evade ICE by educating constituents on their constitutional rights. AOC dismissed the threats, challenging Homan to proceed and calling him a “coward.”

Tensions are high over immigration enforcement and civil liberties, with AOC arguing that informing people of their rights is legally protected.

  • ehpolitical@lemmy.caEnglish
    13·
    2 days ago

    I wouldn’t be daring known liars to do anything… you have to be wise when dealing with people like that.

    • qprimed@lemmy.mlEnglish
      15·
      2 days ago

      idk, man. at some point bodies have to go on the line. people need to stand in the way.

      I am thankful that some in the Democratic party seem to be willing to lead on this. makes it a little easier for the rest of us to get the fuck up off the couch.

      edit: creeped your posts. usa here. double thumbs up on your american blackout day on the 28th. stand up to the bully - I am proud for canada.

      • ehpolitical@lemmy.caEnglish
        3·
        2 days ago

        Thanks for your support, it means a lot!

        I’m by no means saying do nothing, just do it very wisely. These liars are in positions right now where they can make up anything about almost anyone to get them outta the way.

    • xyzzy@lemm.ee
      4·
      2 days ago

      You need to push back hard. If they come at you to arrest you (as a sitting representative), maybe it’ll wake people up. You just have to hope they aren’t going to barge in at 6 am with machine guns, because historically that doesn’t end well for anyone.