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Mexican officials were particularly angered by the way the Rocha case was handled, people familiar with the matter said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

New Jersey state authorities announced Friday they were taking charge of security outside a US immigration detention center after clashes between ICE agents and protesters angered by conditions faced by detainees inside.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Thompson says he was angered by the police's response and believes the teenagers must "feel untouchable".

From BBC • May 19, 2026

As the newly elected mayor of Anaheim in 1978, he angered the city’s Police Department by suggesting the creation of a citizens oversight commission after residents complained that officers regularly harassed and beat them.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2026

In a matter of seconds, it seemed, I had gone from being angered by her strength, to being amazed by her innocence, and then frightened by her vulnerability.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan