Why the FBI is investigating Dallas ICE shooting as "targeted violence"

"Driving the news: FBI Director Kash Patel said on X that while the investigation is ongoing, the shooting appeared to be ideologically motivated. He shared a photo of what he said were "unspent shell casings," one of which had "ANTI ICE" scrawled on it. He said, the "FBI and our partners will lead the these investigative efforts to see to it that those who target our law enforcement are pursued and brought to the fullest extent of justice.""

"Officials said no members of law enforcement were hurt. Catch up quick: Police responded around 6:40 a.m. in Dallas. Homeland Security said a sniper opened fire from a nearby rooftop and "fired indiscriminately" at the building, including at an ICE van where the victims were shot. The suspected shooter died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed in a statement."

"Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson urged patience and restraint at Wednesday's conference to allow law enforcement to conduct their active investigation. What we're watching: After the conference came to a rather abrupt end, Texas Rep. Marc Veasey (D), whose district covers parts of Dallas, urged local and federal officials to prioritize transparency over politicization. "Let us know what's going on and stop trying to play politics," he said on ABC affiliate WFAA. "This is not a time for anyone to score points.""

An early-morning sniper opened fire from a rooftop at an ICE building in Dallas, firing indiscriminately and striking occupants including those in an ICE van. Officials said no members of law enforcement were hurt. The suspected shooter died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed. FBI Director Kash Patel said the shooting appeared ideologically motivated and shared a photo of unspent shell casings, one marked "ANTI ICE." The FBI and partner agencies will lead the investigation. Political figures urged restraint and transparency as partisan blame spread before motives were confirmed.

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