Fact Check: “ICE agents are raiding L.A. in masks without badges, names, or accountability. They ignore city and state leaders. They answer only to Trump, Stephen Miller, and Kristi Noem.So the Save America Movement is launching Liberty Vans: 𝗺𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘀, 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀, 𝗹𝗮𝘄𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀 & 𝘃𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀. 𝗪𝗲’𝗹𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗱𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲, 𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀. It'll cost $500,000 to launch this operation in L.A. and expand nationwide.”🧵

Fact Check: “ICE agents are raiding L.A. in masks without badges, names, or accountability. They ignore city and state leaders. They answer only to Trump, Stephen Miller, and Kristi Noem. So the Save America Movement is launching Liberty Vans: mobile response teams with cameras, chaplains, lawyers & veterans. We'll follow ICE raids in real time, film them, and show the world what's happening in our communities. It'll cost $500,000 to launch this operation in L.A. and expand nationwide.”

What We Know

The claim regarding ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) agents operating in Los Angeles without proper identification and accountability has some basis in recent events. Reports indicate that ICE has conducted aggressive raids in the Los Angeles area, often resulting in significant public outcry and protests against their methods. For instance, a recent article highlighted the chaos caused by these raids, with ICE agents reportedly using tactical gear and engaging in confrontations with protesters.

Moreover, the Congressional Record notes that these ICE operations have been characterized by a lack of transparency and accountability, with agents sometimes acting independently of local authorities. This aligns with the claim that ICE agents are not necessarily responsive to city and state leaders.

The involvement of prominent political figures such as Trump, Stephen Miller, and Kristi Noem in shaping immigration policy is also well-documented. Miller, in particular, has been noted for his hardline stance on immigration, pushing for increased enforcement and arrests, as reported by multiple sources including Politico and Milwaukee Independent.

Analysis

While the claim that ICE agents are raiding L.A. in masks without badges and accountability is partially true, it is essential to evaluate the context and specifics. Reports confirm that ICE has conducted raids in Los Angeles, often without clear identification, leading to accusations of violating individuals' rights and instilling fear within immigrant communities (Fox 11 Los Angeles, USA Today). However, the assertion that they "answer only to Trump, Stephen Miller, and Kristi Noem" simplifies a more complex chain of command and policy-making that involves various federal and local agencies.

The claim about the "Save America Movement" launching "Liberty Vans" to monitor ICE raids and the associated cost of $500,000 appears to be a call to action rather than an established fact. While grassroots movements have indeed emerged in response to ICE actions, the specifics about funding and operational details remain unverified and should be approached with caution.

The sources used in this analysis vary in reliability. The Congressional Record and articles from established news outlets like Politico and Fox News provide credible information, while the claims about the "Save America Movement" may require further substantiation from more direct sources.

Conclusion

The claim is Partially True. While there is evidence supporting the assertion that ICE agents have conducted raids in Los Angeles without proper identification and have acted with a degree of autonomy from local authorities, the narrative surrounding the involvement of specific political figures and the launch of a monitoring initiative lacks comprehensive verification. The situation is complex, involving multiple layers of policy and public response.

Sources

1. Congressional Record
2. Homeland Security Noem vows to continue ICE operation ...
3. White House slams LA 'insurrection' as protests erupt over ...
4. How Trump’s ICE raids knocked Los Angeles to its knees - POLITICO
5. Trump escalates public resistance to harsh ICE raids in ...
6. LA sues Trump admin over ICE raids ... - FOX 11 Los Angeles
7. LA sues Trump admin over ICE raids, joining lawsuit ...
8. Judge orders Trump to stop indiscriminate ICE raids in California