Donald Trump Makes Terrifying Statement as ICE Agents Use Violence Against Citizens and Migrants During Raids

The Trump administration is facing strong criticism after reports of harsh and violent ICE raids spread across the country. What began as a government operation to detain undocumented immigrants and deport them has now turned into a disturbing controversy. Videos shared online in recent months show masked ICE agents using physical force not only on immigrants but also on some U.S. citizens. In several clips, agents are seen arresting Americans who tried to explain that they were legal residents, accusing them of “obstruction” during the raids.

Despite the outrage and widespread criticism, President Donald Trump believes his administration hasn’t gone far enough. He insists that federal agents are still being “held back” and that tougher action is needed to deal with illegal immigration.

During a CBS 60 Minutes interview with Norah O’Donnell, Trump defended the aggressive approach. The interview aired just hours after a shocking incident in Chicago, where three U.S. citizens were detained during an immigration raid. Witnesses said a man and a woman in a red car were following ICE agents to warn others about their presence. The agents suddenly stopped their vehicle, causing the car behind them to crash. The scene quickly escalated as bystanders gathered, yelling at the agents and even spitting on them.

According to cellphone footage, the agents dragged the couple out of their car. One agent was seen punching the man, while another pointed a gun at a bystander and threatened to use pepper spray. When Trump was asked if the ICE raids had gone too far, he responded firmly, saying they had not.

“No, I think they haven’t gone far enough,” Trump said. “We’ve been held back by judges — by liberal judges appointed by Biden and Obama.”

When questioned about whether he supports the controversial tactics used by ICE, Trump replied, “Yeah, because you’ve got to get the people out.”

Meanwhile, communities across the country are organizing to warn neighbors about ongoing ICE raids. In Chicago’s Hyde Park, residents gathered in a local yarn shop to put together “whistle kits” — small alert tools meant to help people warn others when ICE agents arrive in their neighborhoods.

Volunteer Beth Chipchak said she wanted to find a way to help resist what’s happening. “It’s really hard to watch all of this,” she told ABC7 Chicago.

While investigations into the arrest of the three citizens are still ongoing, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has defended the actions of its agents. DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin wrote on X (formerly Twitter) that one of the individuals “assaulted and kicked Border Patrol agents” and allegedly grabbed one agent inappropriately during the arrest, forcing the agent to defend himself.

Former President Barack Obama also weighed in on the situation during a rally in Virginia for Democratic candidate Abigail Spanberger. Taking a jab at the Trump administration, Obama said, “Every day feels like Halloween — except it’s all tricks and no treats.” He added with a wry smile, “It’s worse than I expected, but I did warn you all.”

The debate over immigration enforcement continues to divide the nation. While Trump and his supporters argue that strict actions are necessary to protect the country, critics say these raids are tearing families apart, targeting innocent citizens, and damaging America’s reputation around the world.