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John Leguizamo tells ICE supporters to 'unfollow me now'.
Summary
Actor John Leguizamo posted on Instagram saying ICE supporters should unfollow him after reports that two civilians were killed by ICE agents, and he is scheduled to appear at a live event at The Public Theater on January 31.
Content
Actor John Leguizamo posted a brief message on Instagram telling followers who support Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to unfollow him. He said those followers should not attend his shows or watch his movies. The post came after reports that two civilians, Alex Pretti and Renee Good, were shot and killed by ICE agents. Leguizamo has been publicly critical of ICE and of former president Donald Trump's immigration policies and has previously called out other public figures who supported ICE.
Notable points:
- Leguizamo told ICE supporters on Instagram to unfollow him and not attend his shows or watch his films.
- The post followed reports that two civilians, Alex Pretti and Renee Good, were shot and killed by ICE agents.
- He is scheduled to take part in a live event at The Public Theater on January 31 with Lin-Manuel Miranda and Constance Wu, described as a recitation of founding texts and related works.
Summary:
Leguizamo's Instagram message reiterates his public opposition to ICE and reflects how some artists are using their platforms in debates over immigration enforcement. He is scheduled to appear at a January 31 event at The Public Theater; legal or procedural developments related to the reported killings were undetermined at this time.
