House Republicans defend ICE agent in fatal shooting, say use of force was justified

Republicans on Capitol Hill moved quickly to defend a federal ICE agent involved in a fatal shooting in Minnesota, saying the officer acted within his bounds after facing what authorities described as an immediate threat.

"They were within their right to defend themselves. He was defending himself," Rep. Buddy Carter, R-Ga., said.

"We have to show respect for the ICE agent. We have to show respect to our public safety officials," he added.

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