Florida Sheriff Threatens Protesters With Death
Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey issued a strong warning to protesters against escalating violence during planned demonstrations. He stated that actions such as blocking roads, assaulting officers, or using weapons will result in arrest, injury, or death. Ivey’s announcement follows nationwide protests against increased ICE arrests and comes amidst the administration’s successful appeal to continue using the National Guard in California. His past pronouncements have included both humorous and controversial statements regarding law enforcement actions.