From personal experiences and observations, it becomes clear that the call to "abolish ICE" while powerful, only scratches the surface of a much more complex and entrenched system. The Border Patrol, often described as an extension of historical imperial violence, reflects more than just immigration policy—it’s intertwined with longstanding systemic issues like capitalism driving profit motives, white supremacy enforcing racial hierarchies, and imperialism expanding and maintaining borders through oppression. Having studied various accounts and histories, I’ve come to understand that these agencies didn't just emerge overnight; their roots reach back to settler colonialism, genocide against Native peoples, and the slavery of Black communities. This legacy influences how immigration enforcement operates today, including the targeting and exclusion of Latino communities as a form of ongoing ethnic cleansing. The presence of fascist and extremist individuals within these systems also highlights an underlying affinity between nationalism, racism, and the enforcement of exclusionary policies. It’s important, from my perspective, to not only push for the abolition of ICE but also to critically examine and dismantle the broader socio-political structures that created and sustain such violent systems. This involves challenging capitalism’s role in profiting from detention and border enforcement, as well as confronting white supremacy’s influence on immigration narratives and policies. Moreover, reform efforts that aim to soften these systems without addressing their fundamental nature risk perpetuating the violence under a more palatable guise. Real transformation requires acknowledging the imperialist origins of border enforcement and advocating for community-led alternatives that prioritize human rights and justice. In sharing these insights, I hope to encourage deeper reflection on why simplistic solutions aren’t sufficient and why understanding the historical and ideological contexts is crucial for anyone invested in meaningful change regarding immigration enforcement in the U.S.