Official Statement on ICE, Federal Agencies, and the Protection of Clients and Human Rights
- Suzan D. Walker LMT 104331
- Jan 16
- 7 min read
Updated: 3 days ago
Official statement of Minister Suzan Walker of Connective Integration Massage Therapy on ICE and other local and government agencies — An Update January 27, 2026
This is an official statement and public resource. It exists because silence is no longer an option. The information below is intended to protect lives, preserve dignity, and remind people of their constitutional rights at a time when those rights are being openly tested. If you are reading this, you deserve to know what is happening and how to protect yourself and others.
I have never supported the Trump administration, and the policies of this administration have become increasingly violent and oppressive. For years, black, indigenous and the LGBTQ+ communities have warned us, yet the remainder of white America has remained selectively passive by ignoring the the grenade in the room. I have repeatedly spoken out against white supremacy, fascism, and systemic oppression, and those warnings were ignored. It's always been there but those it has never affected seem to just ignore it all together. We are now witnessing the consequences of that passivity. It is time to stand up, firmly and assertively on this issue. We cannot do absolutely nothing while our country is sliding further into fascism at a accelerated rate.
The safety and dignity of all my clients is paramount. This office is a sanctuary. ICE, federal agents, state or local police, and any government officials are not allowed entry without a valid judicial warrant signed by a judge. Legal counsel will be contacted immediately before any engagement.
I do not condone violence, but I do condone principled action against human rights violations. What is happening constitutes crimes against humanity, our constitution, our civil liberties, violations of the Geneva Convention, and egregious human rights abuses. There is zero tolerance for intimidation, harassment, or discrimination in this space. If necessary, I will pursue the application process to establish this office as a church and formally designate it as a safe haven for those who need protection.
This administration originally claimed it would target violent criminals. Instead, families are being attacked. People are being kidnapped. People are disappearing. Families are being torn apart. Individuals who were following the legal process are being targeted at their jobs, at court hearings, and in hospitals. These profiling actions are already occurring in Oklahoma, and as past history shows they will continue to spread and eventually reach Texas if not already.
American citizens are now also being singled out, profiled, and discriminated against. In most of these cases ICE has attacked, shot, raped and even murdered/assassinated people in the streets. The recent murders occured only within the month this month alone has only added fuel to the flames. Keith Porter, Renne Good and now Alex Petti including others are among those that were murdered by ICE agents this year alone. It's impossible to know how many other murders and human rights violations by ICE have gone unreported.
It is the responsibility of American citizens, especially those who have lived here freely and safely for generations, to stand up and protect immigrants, asylum seekers, our own citizens, and the most vulnerable among us. Protecting others is how we protect our own rights. What we are seeing now makes it clear that no one is immune and never was.
I will conduct myself appropriately and adhere to the law, but I will not condone nor tolerate this type of behavior. Change requires more than writing letters or waving signs. It requires assertive, principled action against White Nationalism, fascism and systemic oppression.
Our government must be held accountable. Those responsible for creating and perpetuating this environment must be removed from office, impeached and if necessary imprisoned. Crimes against humanity demand accountability and swift justice for all involved.
It's time to get angry and do something about it.
Why This Matters — A History Lesson
If it needs to be said plainly: the United States is a melting pot. It always has been. We were never meant to be uniform in culture, religion, identity, or belief. We were meant to learn from one another, coexist, and grow together. This is not, and has never been, a White, Christian nation. The First Amendment exists precisely to prevent that. Life, liberty, the pursuit of happiness, freedom of speech, and freedom of religion were designed to protect people from government oppression, not to exempt anyone from accountability or consequences for harm. Although the constitution was crafted for everyone, it has not always been applied to all its citizens since it's induction.
What we are witnessing now is not growth. It is regression. These problems have always existed in this country. When a nation builds its legacy on the genocide of Indigenous peoples, slavery, the exploitation of labor, and systemic exclusion by discrimination, there is a reckoning.
History does not disappear. It repeats. We are watching patterns disturbingly similar to1930s Germany unfold in real time. You may agree or disagree, but it is here, it is now, and ignoring it does not make it less dangerous. The pendulum has swung hard in the opposite direction. Not because of fair laws or balanced policy, but because of fear, authoritarianism, and unchecked power.
If you want to understand how Nazi Germany developed its policies of exclusion, segregation, and genocide, it’s important to look at the historical influences they studied.
Nazi legal scholars and policymakers closely examined the United States’ discriminatory systems, including Jim Crow laws, racial segregation, anti-miscegenation laws, and the practices and ideology of the Ku Klux Klan. They also studied the genocide and forced displacement of Indigenous peoples in the Americas. Some U.S. policies were considered so extreme that Nazi officials debated whether to adopt them fully. Fascist ideas did not emerge simply but many were already present in the United States and were later adapted and expanded upon by Nazi Germany. To better understand how fascism develops, it’s necessary to examine the uncomfortable realities of U.S. history alongside Germany’s. It's all documented in your history books, and many of you should already be aware of this. If we don't address and learn from our mistakes as a society, they will return. This is known as karma.
This is no longer limited to immigrants or asylum seekers. American citizens are being profiled, harmed, and stripped of basic protections. When government agencies are allowed to act as judge, jury, and executioner, when anonymity is granted to those who commit human rights violations, we have crossed a line. Homeland Security and ICE policies are accelerating this harm, and it is already spreading from state to state. Minnesota today. Texas tomorrow.
That is why I created and shared Know Your Rights resources. Not to provoke fear, but to prevent harm. Knowing your rights is not noncompliance. Silence is a constitutional protection. Demanding for a warrant is lawful. Protecting yourself and others is not radical. It is necessary. If this information reaches even one person, helps one family, or prevents one act of violence, then it matters.
And if reading this makes you uncomfortable, ask yourself why. Ask what side of history you are standing on. Because history is very clear about what happens when people stay silent while others are targeted. If you're one of the 36% that approves of this administration's tactics and policies, are Christian, you indeed have some self reflection to do. You are not following the laws and teachings instructed by Christ. Nor have you learned anything about our Bill of Rights and the constitution. People have a rights regardless if they are a citizen or not. It is ensured in the constitution.
Standing up for the Constitution means standing up for all people, especially the most vulnerable. If we fail to do that, America does not fall with a bang. It simply dies where it stands.
Know Your Rights Resources
The Know Your Rights documents shared here were created because too many people believe compliance guarantees safety. It does not. Knowledge does. These resources are meant to be read, shared, printed, and used. They are not about defiance. They are about survival, constitutional protection, and moral responsibility. If even one person learns how to protect themselves, assert their rights, or prevent harm because of this information, then this work matters. History does not favor neutrality. It records who stood up, who spoke out, and who chose to look away.
I encourage other business owners to place similar posters. The use of pdf as well as custom poster are for public share use. Feel free to distribute or use at your discretion.
This information is provided for public education and awareness purposes only. It is not legal advice. Laws and individual circumstances vary. For legal guidance, consult a qualified attorney. These materials are shared to help people understand and assert their constitutional rights in situations involving law enforcement or government agencies.
How to Use These Resources
These Know Your Rights materials are meant to be practical and accessible. Read them before you need them. Share them with family, friends, coworkers, and neighbors. Print them and keep a copy in your car, wallet, bag, or workplace. Review the language so you know what to say clearly and calmly under stress.
Knowing your rights is not about confrontation. It is about protection. You are allowed to remain silent. You are allowed to ask for a warrant. You are allowed to seek legal counsel. Exercising your rights is lawful, and understanding them can prevent harm to yourself and others.
If you are using these resources to help someone else, encourage them to stay calm, speak clearly, and prioritize their safety. Information saves lives when it is shared before a crisis, not after.
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I stand with all my clients. I will protect their safety, dignity, and rights without hesitation.
With care and support,
Minister Suzan Walker, LMT
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