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MediaBias News has published 22 stories involving ICE, from August 2026 to October 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
MediaDanny Trejo Clarifies Stance on ICE Amid 'Pawn Shop' Film Backlash
Actor Danny Trejo has responded to criticism regarding his role in the Daily Wire film 'Pawn Shop.' Trejo stated he is a proud supporter of his community and is pro-immigrant, but not pro-ICE, emphasizing his job is to tell a story.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesFamily files claim over ICE agent shooting of Silverio Villegas Gonzalez
The family of Silverio Villegas Gonzalez, a Mexican national shot and killed by an ICE agent in September 2025, has filed a federal tort claim. Attorneys allege the shooting was unlawful and preventable, contradicting initial government statements.
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ICE Detained Over 500 US Citizens, Investigation Finds
An investigation by ProPublica found that U.S. immigration agents detained at least 506 American citizens between January 2025 and September 2026. The report details cases involving children, individuals documenting raids, and judicial criticism of ICE practices.
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Politics · United StatesArmy study finds ICE‑purchased shock gloves cause intense pain and immediate compliance
A previously unreleased Army study from Fort Leavenworth showed that electric shock gloves intended for ICE agents inflict intense pain, trigger fear and force instant compliance. ICE signed a $16.7 million contract for 6,000 gloves, has not answered media queries, and senators have demanded answers.
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Politics · United StatesFBI opened probes into protesters after Trump demands, whistleblower says
A former FBI intelligence analyst, Jill Fields, has filed a whistleblower complaint alleging the FBI opened preliminary investigations into anti-ICE protesters in Southern California. Fields claims these actions were initiated in early 2025 following demands from President Donald Trump and other administration officials, potentially violating FBI policy.
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Politics · United StatesTom Homan clashes with CBS over ICE death data and detainee charges
CBS News asked border czar Tom Homan about ICE deaths and the proportion of detainees without extra criminal charges. Homan responded by questioning the reporter’s premise, citing official ICE data, defending detention standards and declaring that anyone in the country illegally is deportable.
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Politics · United StatesProtesters Sue Benny Johnson for Defamation Over ICE Videos
Kyle Frankovich and Maureen Foody are suing Benny Johnson for defamation, alleging he falsely portrayed them as 'left-wing terrorists' and violent extremists in videos produced during a protest outside an ICE facility. The lawsuit stems from content Johnson created while embedded with Homeland Security officials.
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Politics · United StatesICE arrest guidance rescinded after backlash
An internal directive that would have limited Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests to individuals with criminal histories was rescinded within hours. The move followed backlash from immigration hardliners, who accused the administration of sending mixed signals on enforcement.
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Politics · United StatesCalifornia bans police use of shock gloves
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a law prohibiting law enforcement officers from using shock gloves. The ban is set to take effect next year and will remain in place until 2030, following a period where ICE awarded a contract for such devices.
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Politics · United StatesDemocrats plan Trump administration oversight if they win House control
House Democrats are preparing a broad oversight agenda targeting President Donald Trump, his family, and his administration should they regain control of the House in the November elections. Investigations into business dealings and alleged civil rights violations are planned.
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Politics · United StatesICE officer shot man in Austin, lawyer says agents 'sideswiped' car
An ICE officer shot and injured Wilber Rafael Garcés Pérez in Austin, Texas. Pérez's attorney stated agents 'sideswiped' his car before firing shots and that he had entered the U.S. legally. The officer involved was reportedly a new recruit and not wearing a body camera.
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Politics · United StatesRep. Maria Elvira Salazar runs ad criticizing Trump’s immigration enforcement
Maria Elvira Salazar, a Republican congresswoman from Florida, released a campaign advertisement accusing President Trump of over‑reaching on immigration. The ad cites that half of ICE detainees in July lacked criminal records and appears amid polls showing Trump’s support among Hispanic voters at roughly 30 percent.
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Politics · United StatesWhite House removes Zara Larsson's song after TikTok ICE video sparks backlash
The White House posted a TikTok showing ICE arrests set to Zara Larsson's "Midnight Sun". Larsson replied on the platform, calling the video dehumanising and the administration "losers". The White House subsequently removed the song from the reel.
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Denver Sues to Block ICE Agents at Polling Places
A coalition of civil rights groups and voting rights advocates, along with the city of Denver, have filed a lawsuit to prevent the Trump administration from deploying immigration enforcement agents to polling places on Election Day. The suit argues federal law restricts such presence to repelling armed enemies.
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Politics · United StatesNebraska Governor Pillen Accused of Employing Undocumented Workers
Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen's family business, Pillen Family Farms, has allegedly employed undocumented workers for over a decade. This comes as Pillen has publicly supported stricter immigration policies and President Trump's crackdown on illegal immigration.
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Politics · United StatesUN Demands US Accountability for 23 Migrant Deaths in Custody
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has called for the US to be held accountable for the deaths of 23 migrants in custody in 2026. Volker Türk also urged the US to stop deportations to countries where migrants may suffer irreparable harm.
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Politics · United StatesMan charged in Maryland DUI crash that killed mother, daughter
Jose Caballero-Nolasco, 32, is charged in a wrong-way, DUI crash on I-270 in Maryland that killed Musammat Shamima Begum, 46, and her daughter Areebah Jahin, 23. Caballero-Nolasco is alleged to be in the U.S. illegally, with ICE having placed a detainer request.
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Politics · United StatesMilo Yiannopoulos deported from US, expresses shame over Trump support
Milo Yiannopoulos has been deported from the United States after being detained by ICE. In a recent interview, the commentator expressed shame over his past support for Donald Trump and described his arrest as being akin to that of a gang member.
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Politics · United StatesMilo Yiannopoulos deported after visa expiry, says Border Czar
British national Milo Yiannopoulos was detained and deported after his visa expired, White House Border Czar Tom Homan said. Homan stated that quicker deportations are part of a new push to save taxpayer money and detention space.
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Politics · United StatesTrump allies reportedly consider election interference measures
Speculation is mounting over extreme measures President Donald Trump and his allies may consider to influence the 2026 midterm elections. These potential actions reportedly include declaring a national emergency and deploying immigration agents to polling stations.
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Politics · United StatesICE Arrests 1,328 Immigrants in Virginia and Maryland Operation
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 1,328 immigrants during a two-week operation in Virginia and Maryland. Nearly 400 had prior convictions or pending charges, and some were identified as alleged members of transnational criminal organizations.
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Politics · United StatesRep. Al Green files new impeachment articles against Trump
Representative Al Green has filed new articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump, accusing him of abusing presidential powers. The resolution specifically targets the operation of ICE and CBP, calling them "vicious, quota-driven, unaccountable paramilitary police forces."
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