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Tennessee AG Reveals ICE Released Murderers and Rapists from Detention Facilities in FOIA Lawsuit Against Biden-Harris Administration

Oct 23, 2024, 09:38 PM

The Tennessee Attorney General's office has revealed extensive records indicating that the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) knowingly released individuals convicted of serious crimes, including murder and rape, from its migrant detention facilities. This information was obtained through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit. The lawsuit, which has garnered attention from state officials, has been described as a significant legal victory, exposing what some lawmakers characterize as negligence by the Biden administration. The Attorney General's office is committed to continuing its efforts to hold federal authorities accountable for these actions, which have raised concerns about public safety in Tennessee.