Overview:
A resident of Ladoga, Indiana is calling for accountability after a Town Council member made inflammatory comments on her personal Facebook page directed at Republicans, ICE supporters, and those who voted for the current U.S. President. The post, loaded with profanity and hostile language, has sparked outrage and prompted a petition for her removal. The article explores what was said, what her words mean, the concerns of local residents, and what possible steps the council might take.
Ladoga- Indiana – As a longtime resident of Ladoga, I believe our community deserves leadership that promotes fairness, respect, and unity—not division. Recently, troubling comments made by one of the Town Council members have come to light, calling into question whether those ideals are being upheld.
On her personal Facebook page, Council Member Tricia Hunt Garcia allegedly posted the following (edited for clarity, profanity replaced with asterisks here):
“Really?? An 80 year old man. ‘You don’t F*** with ICE’ seriously?!, ok, all of these superiority complex. Little DIC*, think they’re playing a video game power tripping orange DicLicking A**Holes need to be put in the unemployment line. You Don’t FCK with ICE?? No mother Fuc**ers, you don’t FC with America! I cannot wait for karma to get all of their A$$es! They’re all vile disgusting racists.”
These words are deeply disturbing, not just for their profanity, but for the sentiments they express. They are a direct attack on people who either support ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement), or voted for the current President, or both.
What the Message Seems to Mean (Tricia’s Perspective)
To be as fair as possible, here’s what her message appears to be:
- She feels anger toward those saying “You don’t mess with ICE” (i.e., those defending ICE or its enforcement).
- She believes that attitude reflects arrogance and power abuse.
- She equates supporting ICE or the President with being un-American.
- She anticipates “karma” will catch up to them.
- She labels them as racists and morally corrupt.
So, her message is less about ICE policy itself and more about anger toward those who defend or glorify ICE and its authority.
Why This Is a Problem for Ladoga
- Representation: Leaders should represent all residents.
- Divisiveness: Such rhetoric only inflames tensions.
- Professionalism & Respect: Words matter, even on personal pages.
- Impact on governance: Residents feeling targeted may disengage from civic life.
What Residents Are Asking For
- Removal of this council member.
- Public accountability.
- Stronger codes of conduct in local government.
- A commitment to respect all political voices.
What Can Be Done
- Council meetings for public input.
- Ethics review or investigation.
- Consider censure or removal where legally permitted.
- Encourage open forums for respectful dialogue.
Conclusion
Leadership requires respect and unity. Ladoga deserves representatives who bridge divides rather than deepen them. Many residents are now calling for this council member’s removal through a petition, demanding accountability and a restoration of trust in local government.
Disclaimer
Presence News did reach out to Council Member Tricia Hunt Garcia for comment prior to publication. In addition to serving on the Town Council, Garcia is a local business owner at Emporium 109 Furniture & Home Décor, located at 109 E Main St, Ladoga, IN 47954.
Source
- Facebook post by Tricia Hunt Garcia (publicly shared by residents)
- Emporium 109 Instagram
- Change.org petition: Remove Ladoga Council Member for Offensive Rhetoric
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