Across the United States, a new wave of online activism is putting a spotlight on federal immigration agents, and it’s making many officers rethink how openly they live their lives.
For years, ICE agents have quietly concealed their jobs from neighbors, friends, and even family—some claiming to be botanists, insurance salespeople, or computer programmers just to avoid scrutiny.
Now, a grassroots campaign known as ICE List is exposing these identities, revealing personal details of hundreds of agents.
The movement is shaking up how federal immigration officials operate in their own communities, creating an unprecedented level of public visibility and scrutiny.
From Anonymous to Outed
The ICE List launched earlier this month, sharing names, photos, vehicle information, license plates, resumes, and contact details of federal immigration staffers.
A constantly updated Wiki page ensures the information reaches journalists, researchers, advocates, and the public.
This initiative was organized by Dominick Skinner, an Irish activist living in the Netherlands, who is connected to Crust News, a platform dedicated to “naming names” and holding institutions accountable.
Skinner declined to comment directly when approached by media outlets.
The timing of this campaign follows high-profile incidents, like the fatal shooting of Renée Good, a mother of three, in Minneapolis by ICE agent Jonathan Ross, and another deadly encounter involving Alex Pretti in the Midwest.
These events have fueled anger and motivated activists to take a more aggressive stance.
Online Reactions: Praise, Condemnation, and Threats
Social media posts about doxed agents run the gamut from friendly shout-outs to overtly hostile messages.
Some highlight agents’ roles and locations to inform local activists, while others express outright hatred or threats.
For instance, posts on Threads or Reddit include details about agents’ misconduct in specific cities.
One post called out an ICE agent involved in a violent incident in Minneapolis, while another mocked a Kansas officer for a “poorly hidden tattoo.”
On the flip side, a few users offered gratitude for agents’ work, showing that reactions are far from uniform.
The backlash isn’t limited to strangers online.
Agents from minority backgrounds have faced criticism from members of their own communities, highlighting the complicated dynamics of loyalty, race, and job responsibilities.
Risks and Mistakes
The Department of Homeland Security has warned that publishing agents’ private information endangers not only their lives but also those of their families.
Mistakes on the ICE List have already occurred, including the names of FBI agents, local sheriffs, and private contractors mistakenly listed as ICE staff.
Security experts caution that these actions could provoke violence from mentally unstable individuals.
Robert Siciliano, a privacy analyst, notes the real danger but also points out that ICE agents voluntarily chose a high-risk profession, implying that secrecy comes with the territory.
Community Involvement and Vigilance
In some cities, ordinary citizens are taking activism into their own hands.
In Denver, a book club of women in their 50s and 60s delayed reading a memoir to research ICE agents listed online.
They even invited a private investigator to help them dig deeper.
Their motivation is tied directly to seeking justice for victims like Renée Good.
Meanwhile, ICE agents nationwide are being advised to scrub their personal information from the internet and stay vigilant as public scrutiny intensifies.
This new reality has turned a previously invisible workforce into a highly visible and often controversial target.
A New Era of Accountability
The ICE List represents a shift in how grassroots activism can intersect with law enforcement accountability.
While it raises serious safety and privacy concerns, it also highlights growing public dissatisfaction with immigration enforcement practices.
For now, ICE agents must navigate a world where anonymity is no longer guaranteed—and where public anger can follow them home.
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