Recently, various celebrities have raised their voices against the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and their raids. Following the Golden Globe Awards earlier this month, many actors utilized their visibility to critique the Trump administration’s immigration policies. Several wore pins reading “ICE OUT” or “BE GOOD” at award ceremonies, clearly condemning the agency’s actions.
Comedian Wanda Sykes shared her thoughts on the red carpet, mentioning the tragic case of Renee Good, reportedly a victim of ICE actions. “We need to speak out. We need to get out there and shut down this rogue government, because what they’re doing to people is really terrible,” she said.
At the recent Sundance Film Festival, Natalie Portman took a strong stance against the mortality rates linked to immigration raids, suggesting that ICE exemplifies the “worst of humanity.” She lamented, “What’s happening in our country right now, the federal government, the Trump administration, Kristi Noem, ICE—it’s truly the worst of humanity.”
Actor Giancarlo Esposito also took a bold approach in his comments, calling for a “revolution” against ICE during an interview. He said, “It’s time for a revolution… We have to stand up.” He expressed that systemic oppression was being driven by powerful individuals creating discord among people.
Molly Ringwald, known for her role in “The Breakfast Club,” specifically called ICE officers “monsters” in a recent Instagram video, reflecting on their loss of empathy. Eva Longoria, too, highlighted the potential dangers of ICE’s actions, indicating that many victims, like Renee Good and Alex Preti, are just the beginning of a much larger issue.
Pop star Olivia Rodrigo criticized the federal government’s immigration strategy in Minnesota, stating, “ICE’s actions are unconscionable, but we are not powerless.” She emphasized the importance of collective action.
Mark Ruffalo expressed outrage regarding Preti’s death, describing it as “cold-blooded murder” and condemning the current administration’s heavy-handed tactics. Glenn Close voiced her disgust for the Trump administration’s handling of immigration issues, expressing her feelings of outrage and calling attention to the brutality involved.
Jamie Lee Curtis reflected on the deaths of Preti and Good, emphasizing their identity as Americans killed by their government. Supermodel Bella Hadid also spoke out against ICE, advocating for its abolition and expressing concerns over the moral direction of U.S. immigration enforcement.
Musician Bruce Springsteen recently wrote a song addressing the situation in Minneapolis and criticized police actions, remarking on the violence perpetrated against civilians. Billie Eilish did not hold back either during an acceptance speech, accusing ICE agents of attacking peaceful protesters and calling for more celebrity advocacy against these issues.
In the late-night comedy realm, hosts have ramped up their critiques of ICE agents. Jimmy Kimmel described them as “masked thugs,” while Stephen Colbert faced criticism after comparing their actions to those of Nazi soldiers. The debate about ICE and its controversial operations continues to unfold, with voices from various sectors expressing concern and outrage.
