A chilling video has surfaced in Minneapolis, showing a woman being forcibly removed from her car by federal immigration agents. The footage is devastating, capturing the moment when Aliya Rahman's vehicle was surrounded, and she was dragged from the driver's seat as she remained seated.
Rahman, who identifies as autistic and disabled, claimed she was attempting to attend a medical appointment when the incident occurred. Her account paints a harrowing picture of federal agents' actions: breaking her car window, cutting her seatbelt, and yanking her from the vehicle while she remained seated.
Subsequent reports indicate that Rahman required medical attention following the encounter, highlighting the severity of the situation. Federal officials have defended the arrest, stating they were enforcing immigration laws and responding to alleged interference with their operations.
The arrest has sparked widespread outrage in Minneapolis, drawing comparisons to another recent incident involving ICE - a fatal shooting earlier this month. Protests have erupted as local officials and civil rights advocates express strong disapproval over the use of force by federal agents.
In response, the MacArthur Justice Center announced it will serve as Rahman's legal counsel, describing the encounter as a "violent attack" by federal agents. The center stated that investigators would pursue accountability for Rahman's injuries and trauma, which she suffered both at the Whipple Detention Center and during her emergency medical treatment.
As a result of the arrest, no charges have been announced. Video evidence is now playing a pivotal role in shaping public perception of ICE activity, fueling national debate and amplifying pressure on federal agencies to explain their actions.
Rahman, who identifies as autistic and disabled, claimed she was attempting to attend a medical appointment when the incident occurred. Her account paints a harrowing picture of federal agents' actions: breaking her car window, cutting her seatbelt, and yanking her from the vehicle while she remained seated.
Subsequent reports indicate that Rahman required medical attention following the encounter, highlighting the severity of the situation. Federal officials have defended the arrest, stating they were enforcing immigration laws and responding to alleged interference with their operations.
The arrest has sparked widespread outrage in Minneapolis, drawing comparisons to another recent incident involving ICE - a fatal shooting earlier this month. Protests have erupted as local officials and civil rights advocates express strong disapproval over the use of force by federal agents.
In response, the MacArthur Justice Center announced it will serve as Rahman's legal counsel, describing the encounter as a "violent attack" by federal agents. The center stated that investigators would pursue accountability for Rahman's injuries and trauma, which she suffered both at the Whipple Detention Center and during her emergency medical treatment.
As a result of the arrest, no charges have been announced. Video evidence is now playing a pivotal role in shaping public perception of ICE activity, fueling national debate and amplifying pressure on federal agencies to explain their actions.
... like what even is going on here? A woman who's trying to get medical attention because she needs it, and the fed agents are like "nope, we're gonna rip her outta her car" 
. And then they've got the nerve to say it was all part of enforcing immigration laws 
... no, it wasn't just that. It was a violent attack on someone's human rights 
. The fact that she needed medical attention afterwards is proof enough that this wasn't some minor misunderstanding. We need to hold our leaders accountable for their actions and make sure this kind of thing never happens again 
. I mean, can you believe what happened to Aliya Rahman? She was just trying to get to her medical appointment like a normal person, and these federal agents show up and make her life a living hell. Breaking her window, cutting her seatbelt... it's like they're trying to break her too 
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how can u be so brutal towards someone who's already vulnerable cuz of her disabilities? and it's not just about the immigration laws, it's about basic human rights 
...aliya's account sounds super believable, and i'm so glad she has ppl like the MacArthur Justice Center fighting for her 
we need more accountability from these federal agents 
anyway, back to this news... it's so sad that aliya rahman had to go through all that trauma. i can only imagine how scary and disorienting it must have been for her 
what's even more disturbing is that they broke her car window and cut her seatbelt... like, what's the point of even enforcing immigration laws in such a heavy-handed way? 
This incident is absolutely heartbreaking 
This is just so frustrating...
. The use of force by federal agents, particularly against individuals with disabilities like Aliya Rahman, raises serious concerns about accountability and transparency 
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. As our society becomes increasingly digital, it's vital that we prioritize the responsible dissemination of footage like this to ensure accurate representation and avoid further trauma 
. We must strive to create systems that prioritize the well-being of all individuals, regardless of their background or circumstances 
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. We need to make sure our government agencies are held accountable for this kind of behavior... it's just not okay 
I'm literally shook by this video of Aliya being dragged from her car. Like what even happened here? She was just trying to get to a medical appointment and now she's got injuries and PTSD because some agents lost it. It's not just the fact that they physically removed her, it's the whole "we're enforcing immigration laws" excuse. That's not law enforcement, that's intimidation tactics. And can we talk about the autism and disability aspect? This is not just a civil rights issue, it's human rights. The MacArthur Justice Center needs to keep pushing for answers and accountability. We need better than this from our federal agents 
. I'm watching that video over and over, it's like a nightmare 
. We need to hold these agents accountable for their actions 
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