Vandals throwing bricks into the windows of Nebraska GOP offices

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) – Someone threw bricks through the windows of the Republican Party Office of Nebraska in Lincoln and sprayed "abolish ICE" on a sidewalk in front of the building.

Zoeller said Tuesday that vandalism occurred overnight in Capitol office buildings. He says it will cost thousands of dollars to repair the damage.

The words "ABOLISH ICE" refer to immigration and the application of customs in the United States. Some called on the government to replace the agency following sharp criticism of its implementation of the policy of separation of families crossing the US-Mexican border from President Donald Trump.

Zoeller Says Someone Also Painted the Word "Resist" In 1965, Lincoln Police Chief Jeff Bliemeister and Lincoln Mayor Chris Beutler issued statements on vandalism Tuesday afternoon.

Chief Bliemeister:
"The Lincoln Police Department is investigating the vandalism that took place at the Republican Party of Nebraska office, and all criminal investigations deserve our best efforts, and this incident is no exception. Investigators follow up on all leads, including citizen councils. As with any incident, the Lincoln Police Service is responsible for serving victims of crime, conducting follow-up investigations, and ultimately, resolving the problem. Deal to the best of our law enforcement capabilities. Someone with information is encouraged to call the Lincoln Police Department at 402.441.6000 or Lincoln Crimestoppers at 402.475.3600. "

Mayor Beutler:
" An act of vandalism committed because of a political disagreement is reprehensible and should never be tolerated. The vandalism that took place at the Republican Party headquarters should be condemned by all. It is insulting to suggest that Lincoln police officers would put politics above their job to protect and serve our community. Our administration has always demonstrated that the safety of all residents is our top priority. J.L. Spray should not exploit this issue to divide us further, he should use it to unite us behind the cause of political politeness. "