The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) unveiled a new website this week highlighting violent criminal illegal aliens arrested by ICE, prompting immediate outrage from Democrats who say the real crime isn’t rape, assault, or gang violence – it’s unauthorized digital hate speech.
The website, which allows Americans to simply type in their state and see who has been arrested there, was condemned as “deeply problematic” for allowing American citizens to access information without submitting a FOIA request, waiting six months, and being told the records don’t exist and they owe $30,123.55 for the search.
“This is basically digital hate speech,” said one Democratic aide, gesturing angrily at a laptop displaying convictions of DUIs, sex crimes, and homicides. “Listing crimes next to names is judgmental. We prefer a more inclusive approach to public safety.”
Several lawmakers expressed concern that the site could traumatize criminals by reminding them of their past actions. “People are more than the worst thing they’ve ever done,” one Democratic congressman said, while standing three feet away from a list of aggravated assaults and child sex crimes. “Some of these individuals are deeply misunderstood and have a history of being abused themselves.”
Activist groups quickly proposed an alternative version of the website, replacing crimes with a feelings-based drop-down menu. Categories reportedly include “Economically Pressured,” “Systemically Failed,” “Misunderstood,” and the crowd favorite, “Future Voter.”
Under the proposed redesign, instead of showing arrest locations and convictions, users would see inspirational quotes and a reminder that “no human is illegal.”
Democrats also criticized the site for prioritizing victims over criminals, calling it “out of step with modern empathy standards.” One progressive lawmaker suggested the site be replaced with a trigger warning followed by a blank screen “to avoid reinforcing harmful narratives.”
Meanwhile, DHS officials appeared confused by the backlash. “We thought people would appreciate knowing where dangerous offenders were removed from their communities,” one official said. “Apparently we underestimated how offensive facts can be.”
At press time, Democrats were reportedly drafting legislation to ensure future government databases have absolutely no transparency – especially when heinous crimes against American citizens are involved.