Brutal ICE raids have political consequences, writes @patricialopez_4 (via @opinion) https://t.co/XMLt75305t ...

Government Policy & Budget Allocation - The proposed tax bill includes provisions that may lead to millions losing Medicaid coverage and tax cuts for wealthy individuals inheriting over $30 million estates, while increasing the federal deficit [1] - The bill allocates nearly $140 billion towards ICE and border wall construction [3] - The DHS 2026 budget request for ICE is just over $11 billion [2] Political & Social Implications - The Vice President argues that increased funding for ICE and immigration enforcement is a significant benefit for the American people [2] - Critics argue the bill prioritizes border security and immigration enforcement at the expense of essential services like rural hospitals [4] - The bill is portrayed as a "bait and switch" tactic, promising improved lives but primarily delivering increased immigration enforcement [3]