Florida Sheriff Sparks Controversy with Strong Warning to Protesters: “We Will Protect Our Deputies”
Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey is at the center of a growing national debate after making forceful remarks during a press conference addressing potential protests related to immigration enforcement. His comments—delivered with striking intensity—have drawn both widespread criticism and passionate support.
Responding to planned demonstrations targeting ICE operations, Sheriff Ivey issued a firm warning to individuals who might engage in unlawful behavior. “If you throw something at one of my deputies, block roads, or become violent—we will respond,” he said, adding that law enforcement officers have the right to protect themselves and others. While some interpreted his words as a call for safety, others viewed them as unnecessarily aggressive.
One phrase in particular—“We will kill you. Graveyard dead”—has ignited backlash online. Civil rights groups, legal experts, and community leaders have raised concerns about the tone of the message, arguing that it may escalate tensions rather than de-escalate them during peaceful protests.
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