U.S. citizens detained by immigration agents describe how they were treated
February 13, 2026
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as posted by the channelVideos from across the country have shown months of violent interactions with immigration officers. Part of the outcry has been the treatment of U.S. citizens. Uproar rose higher last month following the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by agents in Minnesota. Lisa Desjardins reports, and we hear from some of the people who were detained.
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17 claims extractedICE agents surrounded vehicle and gave contradictory orders
ICE agent threatened to break window with unclear instructions
ICE agents used excessive force including pepper spray and flashbangs
ICE agents applied excessive force to neck and back during detention
Disabled detainee suffered injuries from forceful takedown
ICE agents unnecessarily apprehended U.S. citizen after passing vehicle
Detainee experienced rights violations during detention
Detainee held in isolation with inhumane conditions and no communication
DHS falsely claimed detainee was violent despite video evidence
Pattern of ICE misconduct extends beyond isolated incidents
DHS claims arrests justified but charges often not filed
DHS mischaracterized detainees' actions contrary to video evidence
DHS blaming U.S. citizens without supporting evidence
ICE director claims no U.S. citizens subject to immigration enforcement
CBP has repeatedly acted against American citizens contrary to official claims
Federal law limits ability to sue U.S. government agents for civil rights violations
Need for congressional action to allow suits against government agents
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