Department of Homeland Security Takes Legal Action Against Anti-ICE Protesters

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) filed a lawsuit on Friday following allegations that protesters in San Francisco threatened the families of ICE agents, according to a DHS press statement.

During immigration enforcement activities, a group of approximately 15 to 20 protesters emerged in San Francisco on Wednesday. One protester, identified as Adrian Guerrero, faces charges of assault and destruction of federal property after reportedly making threats to slash the tires of a government vehicle and harm a law enforcement officer.

In the press release, Guerrero was quoted as repeatedly shouting, “I’m going to hurt you,” and “I will come after your family.”

A DHS representative expressed concern over a significant uptick in assaults, stating, “Our brave ICE law enforcement personnel are experiencing a 1,000% rise in attacks as they risk their lives to detain individuals engaged in serious crimes and illegality. This violence is fueled by the rhetoric of sanctuary city politicians.”

Amid these tensions, South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem commented, “We will not let this violence deter us. Our law enforcement agencies are out there every day, capturing the most dangerous criminals, including terrorists and sexual predators.”

When Guerrero was arrested at the scene, authorities discovered a knife, a patterned scarf, and orange goggles in his possession.

During the ICE operation, multiple federal agents were reportedly surrounded and assaulted outside the building. Some agents sustained injuries, including exposure to pepper spray used by the protesters.

As the Trump administration intensifies its enforcement against illegal immigration, the frequency of violent protests against ICE agents continues to rise.

In early August, an attack occurred at a Washington ICE office where rocks were hurled through windows, igniting a fire at the rear of the facility. While no injuries were reported, this incident occurred as current officials, including Border Enforcement chief Tom Homan and Governor Noem, cautioned about escalating violence against ICE personnel.

Data from DHS indicates a staggering 830% increase in assaults on ICE agents since President Trump took office in January.