Digested week: ICE's performance is intimidating and deadly, but also farcical | Emma Brockes

The US immigration agency ICE has once again demonstrated its capacity for both brutal efficiency and cringe-worthy buffoonery. In Minneapolis, agents have been accused of using costumes to intimidate migrants into submission, with some donning SS garb reminiscent of Nazi regalia. Their efforts are akin to a parody of fascist iconography, played out on the grand stage of America's cities.

Meanwhile, ICE has faced widespread criticism for its ineptitude, as exemplified by agents slipping on ice and falling to the ground in full battle gear. The sheer incompetence of these enforcers is almost laughable, and one can't help but wonder if some of them are merely showing up for the free accessories โ€“ a "full battle rattle" that includes vests, fatigues, and goggles.

But there's nothing funny about ICE's deadly performance in Minneapolis. Its efforts to enforce Trump's draconian immigration policies have resulted in numerous arrests, deportations, and even fatalities. The US government's actions are a far cry from the absurdity of Broadway shows like "Operation Mincemeat," which has been causing a stir with its satirical take on fascism.

In other news, Nicki Minaj has been spotted supporting Donald Trump at an event in Washington DC, declaring herself the president's biggest fan. This move is a stark contrast to her earlier lyrics, which included the iconic "My anaconda don't want none unless you got buns, hun." It's hard not to feel a sense of disappointment from an artist who once used her platform to promote empowering messages.

On a more uplifting note, a book by Caroline Fraser called "Murderland: Crime and Bloodlust in the Time of Serial Killers" has been making waves. The author's theory that lead poisoning may have contributed to the surge in serial killers in the Pacific Northwest is both fascinating and chilling. Pairing this with David Fincher's Netflix series "Mindhunter," which explores the early days of FBI profiling, provides a dark and thought-provoking look at American crime.

The Australian Open has also been making headlines, with Coco Gauff's stunning upset against Elina Svitolina in the quarter-finals. While her actions on court were intense, it's hard not to feel a sense of admiration for her willingness to release frustration in private rather than letting it boil over into the press conference. The racket-smashing spectacle has become an unintentional public service, providing catharsis for those who've been following the news cycle.

Finally, Sundance Film Festival attendees were spotted wearing "ICE Out" badges, including celebrities like Natalie Portman and Olivia Wilde. However, a more interesting list of names includes those who attended the launch of Amazon's Melania documentary at the White House, including Eric Yuan, Lynn Martin, and Tim Cook. Perhaps we should be waiting for their endorsement before upgrading our iPhones โ€“ after all, one can't trust Apple under Trump's regime.
 
Wow ๐Ÿ˜‚, it's like ICE is having a bad day every time they show up at a location! They're like the bumbling superheroes of immigration enforcement ๐Ÿฆธโ€โ™‚๏ธ. And Nicki Minaj going from empowering messages to supporting Trump? That's just wild ๐Ÿคฏ.

Interesting ๐Ÿ‘€ how some people are using their platforms to speak out against ICE, while others seem to be enjoying the drama ๐ŸŽญ. The Aussie Open and Coco Gauff's racket-smashing skills were actually pretty impressive ๐Ÿ˜‚.

What's up with Apple endorsing Melania's documentary? Are they trying to stay relevant under Trump's regime? Maybe we should just stick with our current iPhones ๐Ÿ˜‚.
 
lol i cant believe these ice agents are more likely to trip on a banana peel than take down migrants with dignity ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ‘ฎโ€โ™‚๏ธ its like they're trying out for a bad 80s cop movie but instead of catching bad guys, they're chasing people fleeing from war zones ๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™‚๏ธ

and nicki minaj from anaconda to trump supporter? what happened to the queen of barbie ๐Ÿ’โ€โ™€๏ธ๐ŸŽค i guess you can't take it with you when you leave your old life behind... or maybe she just wants a piece of the drama pie ๐Ÿฐ๐Ÿ‘€

but on a more serious note, that book about lead poisoning and serial killers is seriously giving me the heebie-jeebies ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ˜ฑ who knew our environment could be so toxic? and mindhunter is like the ultimate true crime doc for me - the psychology behind it all is so fascinating ๐Ÿคฏ

and coco gauff smashing elina svitolina on court was EVERYTHING ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿฝ๐ŸŽพ but yeah, releasing frustration in private instead of the press conference is a total win ๐Ÿ‘

lastly, the ice out badges at sundance film fest are like a symbol of resistance against the regime ๐Ÿ™Œ and let's be real, tim cook's endorsement on an iphone under trump? yeah right... maybe we should just wait for that apple update to see if they've changed their tune ๐Ÿค”
 
๐Ÿค” what's up with ice agents dressing up like nazi soldiers? is that really how they're going to get people to cooperate? it sounds like they need a new strategy ๐Ÿ™„ and yeah, those ice vests are pretty cringeworthy ๐Ÿ’€ i mean, can't they just show up in normal clothes and do their jobs without all the extra flair? ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™€๏ธ

and omg nicki minaj's change of heart is wild ๐Ÿคฏ one minute she's empowering women and girls with her music, and the next she's supporting trump? what happened to that strong black woman vibe ๐Ÿ’โ€โ™€๏ธ it's like she's lost touch with herself or something.

but anyway, have you read that book on serial killers? murderland sounds so good ๐Ÿ“– i'm all about true crime and psychology, so i need to get my hands on that ASAP. and david fincher's mindhunter series is still one of the best things i've ever seen about true crime - it's like a masterclass in suspenseful storytelling ๐ŸŽฅ

and coco gauff's racket-smashing was EVERYTHING ๐Ÿ˜‚ i love how she just lost it and smashed her racket, then walked away like nothing happened. it's like she knew exactly what needed to happen to get the point across ๐Ÿ’ช meanwhile, the whole press conference thing was so awkward... poor svitolina ๐Ÿ˜ณ
 
ICE agents donning SS garb is just another example of how power corrupts and how easily people get caught up in the facade of authority ๐Ÿคฆโ€โ™‚๏ธ. Its like they're trying to recreate a dystopian nightmare from a bad sci-fi movie, but in reality it's just a bunch of scared individuals being manipulated by their superiors. The whole thing feels like a trainwreck that we can't look away from, like the world is watching as they stumble around with their battle gear on ๐Ÿš‚.

It's also interesting to consider how our perceptions of authority figures have changed over time. We're more aware now than ever before of the dangers of blind obedience and the importance of critical thinking. Nicki Minaj's sudden shift from empowering anthem to Trump supporter feels like a wake-up call, reminding us that even those who've used their platforms for good can get caught up in the noise and lose sight of what's truly important ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™€๏ธ.

On a related note, have we really thought through the consequences of our entertainment choices? We're so invested in these stories and characters that we forget to take a step back and consider the message they're sending. The Australian Open's Coco Gauff is a great example of this โ€“ her frustration on court might be cathartic for some, but it also raises questions about how we handle stress and pressure in our lives ๐Ÿค”.

And finally, who are these people attending the launch of that Melania documentary? It's like they're trying to curry favor with the Trump administration by association. Are we really willing to endorse a product or service just because someone influential is using it? The more I think about it, the more I'm reminded that our choices have consequences ๐Ÿ“ˆ.
 
I donโ€™t usually comment but I just saw that Nicki Minaj was spotted supporting Donald Trump and it kinda caught me off guard ๐Ÿค”. I remember her old lyrics being super empowering and now sheโ€™s basically saying the opposite? It feels like a total 180 degree turn ๐Ÿ˜. Can someone explain to me what changed her mind? Was she, like, forced or something? ๐Ÿค‘
 
ICE is literally a joke ๐Ÿคฃ I mean what's next? They're gonna start handing out Nerf guns to protesters? ๐ŸŽธ These agents need to get a grip (literally) and stop embarrassing themselves on the world stage. And btw, Nicki Minaj's sudden love for Trump is straight up confusing... did she just lose her mind or something? ๐Ÿ˜‚
 
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