ICE is terrorizing our community

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

Last week, our nation was shaken by the killing of Renée Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother, poet, and neighbor who was shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis during a federal immigration enforcement operation. Renée was a devoted mother of three, not a threat.

Instead of protecting our streets, ICE is terrorizing them. Militarized enforcement tactics have been brought into neighborhoods and everyday life, spreading fear rather than safety.

Advocacy groups, including United We Dream and the ACLU, report that at least 32 people have died in ICE custody in 2025 alone — a sobering reminder that this administration’s immigration policies are costing lives and destabilizing communities.

Even more alarming, Vice President Vance claimed the agent involved has “absolute immunity” due to his federal role. Blanket protection from accountability for lethal force should horrify every one of us and raises urgent questions about ICE’s oversight and training.

In 2025, over 3,300 Marylanders were detained by ICE. We need strong legislation to protect families. In Maryland, that starts with banning 287(g) agreements — contracts that deputize local law enforcement to act as ICE agents. These agreements make people afraid to report crimes, seek help, or send their children to school. While Montgomery County does not have a 287(g) agreement, we must champion a statewide ban to ensure no local police force becomes an arm of federal immigration enforcement.

The Maryland General Assembly convenes tomorrow, January 14, and legislation on this issue is expected. If elected as your Delegate, I will fight for accountability and champion reforms that keep Maryland families safe.

Rest in peace, Renée Good. We honor your life and the urgent work this moment demands.

With heart and purpose,

Tazeen Ahmad

Candidate for Delegate

MD District 16

tazeen@tazeenformaryland.com

Leading with Heart, Delivering with Purpose