Texas will investigate ICE's fatal shooting of man in Houston, governor says
The federal government is investigating the incident, but many have called for an independent probe and more scrutiny of ICE.
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"Immigration laws can be enforced, and stopping illegal immigration from coming across our border can be achieved, without shooting people."
— Greg Abbott , Politician
"I recognised him immediately, not from his appearance, but from his voice, crying for help as he lay on the street."
— Ronaldo Salgado , Other
Key People
Greg Abbott is the Governor of Texas.
John Whitmire is the Mayor of Houston.
Son of Lorenzo Salgado, speaking out about his father's death.
Silvia Garcia is a Congresswoman representing Texas.
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The federal government is investigating the incident, but many have called for an independent probe and more scrutiny of ICE.
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