Swalwell’s Controversial Pledge on ICE Licenses
Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) has made a bold statement regarding federal immigration workers, promising to revoke their driver’s licenses if he wins the California gubernatorial election this November.
He shared his views at the California Governor’s Forum on Empowerment Conference over the weekend.
Swalwell’s harsh words have drawn criticism, particularly from Tricia McLaughlin, assistant secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. She condemned his intent, suggesting that it’s “disgusting” to target ICE officers in this manner.
During his speech, Swalwell declared, “They’re going to lose their immunity. They’re not going to be able to drive a car. I’m going to take away your driver’s license. Good luck walking to work,” which starkly illustrates his aggressive stance against Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents who he feels are not acting appropriately.
He has also hinted at directing law enforcement to take legal action against these officers for alleged crimes, including assault and murder.
The backlash continued as McLaughlin pointed out the dangers faced by ICE officers, who are already experiencing a significant increase in assaults, emphasizing that wearing masks is often a necessary precaution.
Interestingly, while Swalwell is pushing for the revocation of driver’s licenses for federal law enforcement, it’s worth noting that California currently allows undocumented immigrants to obtain licenses.
Moreover, Swalwell’s eligibility for the governor’s race is under scrutiny. A journalist has alleged that he resides in Washington, D.C., rather than California, which could disqualify him from running.
According to court filings, there’s no record of Swalwell owning or leasing property in California, raising questions about his residency claims.
In response to these accusations, Swalwell has maintained that he has ties to both California and Washington, D.C., labeling his critic as a “MAGA idiot” and expressing confidence that he will prevail in any legal battles.
