We will kill you graveyard dead, sheriff Ivey warns protesters over Immigration raids
Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey has issued a chilling warning to protesters ahead of Saturday’s planned “No Kings” rallies, organized in opposition to President Donald Trump’s immigration policies.
Speaking at a press conference, Sheriff Ivey made clear that any acts of violence against law enforcement would be met with lethal force.
“If you throw a brick, a firebomb, or point a gun at one of our deputies, we will be notifying your family where to collect your remains at. Because we will kill you, graveyard dead. We’re not going to play,” Ivey said.
The “No Kings” demonstrations are part of a growing wave of dissent aimed at Trump’s controversial immigration stance.
Organizers say the rallies will push back against authoritarianism and call for more humane treatment of immigrants and asylum seekers.
Ivey’s comments have sparked outrage among civil rights advocates who argue that such language escalates tensions and dehumanizes protesters.
However, some conservative groups have praised the sheriff’s blunt tone, saying it reflects a necessary commitment to law and order.
In a related move, Trump has ordered the deployment of 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles to protect federal agents in anticipation of wider unrest. The deployment has added to concerns among critics who fear a militarized response to civil demonstrations.
Law enforcement agencies across Florida are preparing for the weekend rallies, with increased coordination between local, state, and federal authorities.
While no specific threats have been disclosed, officials say they are monitoring all developments and will act swiftly to prevent violence.
“We support the right to peaceful protest,” said a spokesperson for the sheriff’s office. “But we will not tolerate attacks on law enforcement or destruction of property.”
The rallies are scheduled to begin Saturday afternoon, with organizers calling for non-violent civil action. Whether the sheriff’s warning will deter or inflame turnout remains to be seen.
