Jeffries' Call to ID ICE Agents Sparks Uproar

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has called for the public disclosure of the identities of all ICE agents involved in recent enforcement actions, arguing it is necessary for transparency and accountability. His stance has drawn criticism amid reports of rising threats, doxxing, and violence against ICE agents, leading many to wear masks for their own safety. Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons has defended the agents' use of face coverings, citing increased threats and harassment. Senator Marsha Blackburn has introduced legislation to make doxxing federal officers a crime punishable by up to five years in prison. Recent reports indicate that assaults on ICE agents have surged, intensifying debate over balancing agent safety and public accountability. The controversy underscores deep partisan divides over immigration enforcement and the protection of federal law enforcement personnel.