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Dem rep labels federal immigration agents 'thugs' in tense hearing

Rep. Shri Thanedar called ICE agents 'thugs' during a House DHS oversight hearing.
Lyons defended ICE operations, saying he signed up to protect America and declined a pardon.
Swalwell urged Lyons to resign, citing harm to individuals including a child with cancer and a citizen.
The hearing highlighted partisan tensions over DHS enforcement and accountability.
The exchange occurred as DHS oversight probed enforcement practices and agency actions.
Lyons stated he would not resign, defending the service and his career.
The hearing occurred on February 10, 2026, on Capitol Hill.
The act of labeling agents as ‘thugs’ drew immediate focus on ICE and CBP conduct.
House members pressed leadership on accountability and reforms for DHS agencies.
The report notes the presence of a 6-year-old cancer patient among those affected by enforcement actions.

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