ICE is hopefully waiting for any sign of violence against them so that they can escalate even more. They do their best to provoke.

You know where are all NRA and "have gun against govermental tyrrany" guys? In the ICE or supporting from sidelines. And they are itching for when they will finally be able to commit even more violence.

They are escalating regardless.

I'm convinced the whole point of pulling a phone out to film a murder is because they having a long-term strategy for slowly boiling the frog and it's gamified for agents. I'm certain that dude got a bonus, an award, and is up for promotion for walking the administration up the next rung of the tyranny ladder.

"achievement unlocked"

Sure, but not resisting ICE is also a desired outcome for them. May as well pick the one that might lead to a better outcome for the oppressed.