Family disputes FBI findings in Dallas ICE shooting, says Joshua Jahn was not a radical leftist

ALLEN, Texas — The family of Joshua Jahn disputed FBI findings that the Dallas-area gunman harbored anti-ICE beliefs, saying he was not a radical leftist and did not hate immigration agents, despite investigators reporting anti-ICE sentiment linked to the case on an unspent bullet casing and a note recovered during the FBI's probe.

Family members told The Post that Jahn’s relatives were with his parents when the FBI interviewed them, and that they are devastated by the shooting. A relative said they are not ready to discuss the matter and declined to elaborate. They emphasized that Jahn was not a far-left political ideologue, despite reporting and evidence to the contrary.

Officials say the investigation has found an anti-ICE sentiment on an unspent bullet casing and a note recovered at the scene, but they have not publicly disclosed a motive for the attack. FBI personnel continue to review digital records and other evidence as they assess Jahn’s motivations and any links to political rhetoric or groups.

The incident occurred at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement office in the Dallas area, prompting a broad law enforcement response and ongoing scrutiny of the case amid broader discussions about political violence in the United States. While authorities have identified Jahn as the shooter, advocates and officials emphasize that investigators are prioritizing factual findings over speculation as they work to determine motive and potential connections to wider political currents.

This episode intersects with broader debates about security, dissent, and the role of political rhetoric in violent acts. As investigators finalize their findings, officials and Jahn’s family alike are navigating the tense questions about how such violence can be understood and prevented in the future.