Overview

• On April 10, 2025, ICE posted a graphic on X listing 'ideas' among illegal entries into the U.S., sparking widespread criticism.
• The post was quickly deleted and replaced with a corrected version substituting 'intellectual property' for 'ideas.'
• ICE media lead Mike Alvarez stated the original post was shared without proper approval and should not have been published.
• Critics argued that the inclusion of 'ideas' contradicted fundamental American principles of free speech.
• The incident has reignited broader concerns about government communication practices and the balance between national security and constitutional rights.