Thus far, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has not responded to Morgan.
Talks about Abolishing ICE
Conversations about abolishing ICE emerged after Americans learned about the separation of families who illegally enter the United States. It’s important to note that Democrats overwhelmingly called for this abolition.
While politicians on both sides of the aisle expressed issues with family separations, many on the right-wing overwhelmingly opposed abolishing ICE. Conservatives also stated that such calls are radical and not very well thought-out.
What would happen when people illegally enter the country? Moreover, who would be at the border to crack down on drug trafficking, human trafficking and the many other issues which happen? Like Morgan, individuals who lean right of center are typically supportive of ICE and the enforcement of legal immigration.
Discussions regarding ICE are highly likely to re-emerge soon. As the 2020 presidential election goes on, candidates on both sides of the aisle will have to address immigration. ICE is inherently part of this conversation, given their work at the Southern border and general job description.
