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“You Don’t Want This Smoke”: Philadelphia Sheriff Condemns ICE After Fatal Shooting

Preview: In a defiant press conference, Philadelphia Sheriff declares war on what he calls “Trump’s new army”—masked ICE agents who shot and killed Renee Good. His message: real cops don’t hide behind masks, don’t shoot at moving vehicles, and won’t be protected in his city. A powerful statement on law…

BREAKING: Oregon AG Investigates Federal Agent-Involved Shooting

State prosecutors are asking whether federal agents acted within their lawful authority after two people were wounded in Portland. This investigation highlights critical questions about accountability and oversight when federal law enforcement operates in local jurisdictions.

Reports: Prosecutors in Minneapolis believe they can bring charges against ICE Agent.

Controversy Erupts as Trump Administration Defends Fatal ICE Shooting in Minneapolis

Domestic Terror? Not even close!

Prostests continue in Minneapolis today after an ICE agent shoots and kills a 37-year-old woman. Cell phone video raises serious questions about use of force. Watch the footage and tell me what you see. #Minneapolis #ICE #BreakingNews

When America’s Gut Should Trump Its Greed: Why Venezuela Is a Dangerous Gamble

I don’t know about you, but I felt this feeling of unease when I woke up this morning and saw headlines popping up on my phone saying that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro had been taken in a raid by US Special Forces and that he was being transported along with his wife to New York. … Continued

THE THIN LINE: How 2025's Immigration Crackdown Is Reshaping American Policing

Jeff Pegues Media This Substack is reader-supported. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. An Op-Ed by Jeff Pegues I’ve spent three decades covering law enforcement in America—from local precincts to the highest levels of federal justice. I wrote a book examining the divide between police and … Continued