Bulwark Takes ICE Shot a 21-Year-Old in the Eye and Blinded Him
Jan 15, 2026
A troubling wave of ICE confrontations raises serious questions about transparency and the use of force. Tim Miller highlights disturbing incidents, including a young protester who was shot in the face, leaving him blind. He discusses the implications of intimidation tactics used by agents, warning about their chilling effect on free speech. Miller also critiques political responses to these events and stresses that public servants must be open to criticism. This episode delves into the complex dynamics between law enforcement and citizen rights.
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Video Footage Changes Public Opinion
- Visual evidence of aggressive ICE tactics shifts public opinion dramatically against the agency.
- Tim Miller cites deep-dive polling showing approval for ICE plunging by about 30 points after videos emerged.
Woman Cut From Car While Saying She's Autistic
- Miller recounts video of Minneapolis agents pulling a woman from her car while she says she's autistic and going to the doctor.
- He highlights the disproportional use of manpower and suggests less violent alternatives like citations or voluntary removal.
Protester Shot In The Face And Blinded
- Miller describes a Santa Ana protester shot in the face with a non-lethal round and left blind in one eye.
- He reports doctors removed plastic and metal shards and the protester underwent six hours of surgery.