Federal authorities arrested a 23-year-old man accused of posting a TikTok video offering $10,000 bounties for killing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents — a case that underscores growing concerns about social media threats targeting law enforcement, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Story Overview
- Eduardo Aguilar, 23, posted TikTok video offering $10,000 bounty for killing ICE agents
- Federal authorities arrested the illegal migrant in Dallas after he sought “10 dudes” for the deadly plot
- The October 9 social media post demonstrates escalating threats against immigration enforcement
- Case highlights dangerous anti-law enforcement sentiment among criminal illegal immigrants
Federal Authorities Arrest Illegal Migrant for Deadly Bounty Plot
Eduardo Aguilar, a 23-year-old undocumented man, was arrested in Dallas, Texas, after federal investigators linked him to an October 9 TikTok post that allegedly offered $10,000 for killing ICE agents, according to the Department of Justice affidavit. The Justice Department and Homeland Security agencies coordinated the arrest after discovering the threatening social media content that explicitly called for violence against federal law enforcement officers.
TikTok Recruitment Video Sought Multiple Accomplices
According to court filings, Aguilar’s video allegedly sought “10 dudes” in the Dallas area to carry out attacks on ICE agents in exchange for $10,000 each. This recruitment approach demonstrates premeditated planning and intent to organize multiple individuals for coordinated attacks on federal immigration enforcement personnel. The use of social media platforms to solicit criminal accomplices represents a dangerous escalation in anti-enforcement activities.
Criminal Threats Reflect Broader Anti-ICE Sentiment
Law enforcement experts, including former ICE Deputy Director Thomas Homan, note that threats against federal agents have increased in recent years, often spreading through online platforms that lack sufficient moderation. Analysts at the Center for Immigration Studies have reported that politically charged online content can contribute to hostility toward immigration enforcement, though direct causation remains difficult to establish. The case demonstrates why strong border security and swift deportation of criminal aliens remain essential for protecting both American communities and the brave agents who serve our nation.
Illegal Migrant on TikTok Offers $10K for Every ICE Agent killed: Feds
— 🇺🇸 Pamela Geller 🇮🇱 (@PamelaGeller) October 20, 2025
This terrorist needs to be sent to Gitmo. But the question remains, where is he getting the 10K bounty?https://t.co/hcfoFKoM6W
In a statement, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Texas said the arrest reinforces the government’s commitment to prosecuting threats against federal officers. This incident exemplifies exactly why comprehensive immigration reform must prioritize removing dangerous criminal aliens who pose direct threats to public safety and federal officers.
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