In a video posted on X, Gomez simulated shooting a migrant, presenting it as her proposed solution for those who commit severe crimes against Americans.

Summary

Texas Republican Valentina Gomez sparked outrage after releasing a video proposing public executions of undocumented immigrants who commit violent crimes, claiming it would act as a deterrent.

The video, shared on X, simulated Gomez shooting a hooded dummy representing an undocumented migrant.

Her comments followed the arrest of a Guatemalan immigrant for a subway murder in New York.

Known for far-right provocations, Gomez’s remarks drew sharp criticism from political figures and activists, with some praising her stance while others condemned it as hateful and extreme.

  • Carvex@lemmy.world
    13·
    24 days ago

    So if someone replicated the video but had “CEO” written on the hood it would be terrorism?

    • eatthecake@lemmy.world
      29·
      24 days ago

      If someone did that then lemmy would be cheering. The only problem people have with this video is that she’s hurting the wrong people.

      • Chip_Rat@lemmy.world
        10·
        24 days ago

        I mean, also the immigrant probably didn’t get disgustingly wealthy off the suffering of others?

        So yes.

        Apples and CEOs

        • eatthecake@lemmy.world
          16·
          24 days ago

          Valentina Gomez, a Texas Republican, drew sharp criticism after suggesting undocumented immigrants who commit violent crimes should be publicly executed.

          What about the violent crime of setting someone on fire? I have to admit I have no problem with shooting that guy in the head (if he’s guilty).

          • RageAgainstTheRich@lemmy.world
            8·
            24 days ago

            But she is talking about immigrants. She is acting as if all immigrants are like this instead of this person just being a piece of shit. What he did has absolutely nothing to do with being an immigrant. CEO’s of large corporations exploit their workers and everyone and everything else to make money. What they do has everything to do with being a CEO. Unlike setting someone on fire. Which has nothing to do with being an immigrant.

          • MutilationWave@lemmy.world
            31·
            24 days ago

            Honestly if you can’t see the difference then you’re an idiot.

            I’m sorry, a portion of the population of earth are dumb as dirt. If you can come to terms with that, we can help you join a workforce set to your specific skills.