Rep. Andy Biggs (R) criticized Arizona Attorney General Chris Mays’ (D) comments on ICE, labeling them as “a fantasy of violent extremists shooting and killing ICE officers.”
According to a report, Mays had stated in an interview with 12 News that she does not view ICE agents as genuine law enforcement personnel.
During the same interview, she discussed Arizona’s “Stand Your Ground” law, suggesting that, “We have masked federal agents wearing plain clothes and masks, with little to no identification, and in some cases, no identification at all. Our law allows individuals to defend themselves with deadly force if they believe their life is in danger in their home, vehicle, or on their property.”
Mays further remarked, “It’s accurate that there are ununiformed, masked individuals in other states who aren’t recognized as police officers.”
In response, Rep. Biggs accused Mays of inciting violence against law enforcement and criticized her understanding of the law. He asserted that her comments about violent extremists targeting ICE officers are particularly irresponsible, especially when law enforcement faces ongoing challenges.
He continued, “These statements, which Katie Hobbs hasn’t yet denounced, are completely disconnected from law enforcement’s reality and the millions of Arizonans who support peaceful, lawful protests.”
Separately, Arizona Senate Majority Leader John Kavanaugh (R) called for Mays’ resignation, deeming her remarks about ICE officer safety as shameful.
The Arizona Police Association also condemned Mays’ statements, claiming they provide dangerous implications for the safety of ICE officers.
