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flag Senator Mike Lee deleted a post comparing masked ICE agents to cartel hitmen amid bipartisan backlash over equating law enforcement with criminals.

flag In February 2026, Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) deleted a social media post comparing masked ICE agents to Mexican cartel hitmen after facing widespread criticism from Democrats, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senators Chris Murphy and Brian Schatz. flag The post, which featured images of masked cartel members, was condemned for equating U.S. law enforcement with criminal organizations, with critics stressing that transparency and accountability in immigration enforcement should not mimic violent cartels. flag The controversy emerged amid a government funding standoff, with Democrats linking DHS funding to reforms on ICE’s use of masks and secrecy. flag Lee, a staunch Trump ally, has faced repeated backlash for inflammatory social media posts, including past remarks following the 2025 murders of two Minnesota lawmakers. flag His recent post was removed without explanation, drawing further scrutiny over his rhetoric and its impact on political discourse.

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