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“The View” Co-host Sunny Hostin Criticizes Masked ICE Officers
Returning to “The View” after a brief hiatus, Sunny Hostin didn’t shy away from controversy. During a recent episode, the co-host targeted the Trump administration, criticizing everything from the former president’s “distasteful” birthday parade to his immigration policies.
The discussion turned to a recent ICE raid on a California marijuana farm, where Hostin expressed concern over masked officers. She argued that law enforcement should operate “unmasked” and without “disappearing people from the streets,” asserting that the public wouldn’t feel endangered by identifiable officers.
Hostin questioned how undocumented individuals could verify the legitimacy of masked agents, citing instances of individuals impersonating ICE officers. Co-host Ana Navarro supported this point, mentioning cases where impersonators had committed assault. Hostin added that wearing masks suggests a desire to avoid accountability for potentially unlawful actions.
The conversation grew heated when co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin offered a counterpoint. Griffin highlighted rising violence against border patrol and ICE agents, suggesting that those who disagree with enforcement policies should address their concerns to lawmakers. She cited a recent attack on CBP officials in McAllen, Texas, as an example of escalating tensions.
Hostin challenged Griffin’s perspective, arguing that individuals are often acting in self-defense against aggressive officers. The exchange underscored the deep divisions surrounding immigration enforcement and the role of law enforcement agencies.