'F---ing crazy': ICE swoops in on firefighters IN THE MIDDLE of battling wildfire

Incident Overview - Washington state's largest wildfire, the Bear Gulch fire, has burned 9,000 acres since early July [1] - The fire was only 13% contained at the time of the report [1] - Contract firefighters battling the blaze were temporarily detained by border patrol officials [1][2] Law Enforcement Action - Border Patrol officials raided the firefighters' camp and requested identification [2] - Two firefighters were arrested, but the reasons for their arrest are unclear [3] - There are claims that some firefighters were Native Americans or indigenous volunteers [3] Controversy and Policy - A Biden-era policy generally bans immigration enforcement at natural disaster sites [5] - The incident is considered unusual given the active fire and remote location [5] - The event sparked debate about the treatment of firefighters and immigration policies [4][6] Sociopolitical Commentary - The incident is framed as part of a broader narrative about the division between Americans and foreigners [6] - The author criticizes the idea that one must choose between caring for Americans and immigrants [6] - The author suggests some political figures are willing to harm the country to maintain power [7]