Chicago City Wire

Moises Bernal, an Adult Education Manager at Wilbur Wright College, is at the center of controversy following remarks made during the 'No Kings' Chicago protest. According to a post on X, Bernal suggested that ICE agents should be "shot and wiped out" while advocating for the use of guns against what he described as a "fascist system."

In a video clip shared by Libs of TikTok on X, Bernal Puentes is heard saying, "you gotta grab a gun, we gotta turn around the guns and this fascist system. These ICE agents gotta get shot and wiped out." The clip has prompted calls from commentators and activists for a criminal inquiry and Bernal's removal from public-facing education roles.

According to Fox 35, following the circulation of the clip, media outlets and local leaders have called for law-and-order responses and a swift investigation. They argue that public employees who publicly endorse violence against federal officers must face termination and potential criminal charges to maintain public safety and trust in institutions. Reports on the No Kings demonstrations also highlight clashes and increased risks to enforcement personnel, which conservatives use to advocate for accountability regarding incendiary speech.

Bernal Puentes is identified as the Adult Education Manager at Wilbur Wright College, part of City Colleges of Chicago. His contact information is listed as mbernal7@ccc.edu. City Colleges upholds an Ethics Policy and Inspector General process addressing employee misconduct. The district has human resources and ethics procedures for investigating and disciplining employees whose actions may threaten public safety or violate ethical standards. Given the video's content, appropriate measures could include immediate administrative suspension pending investigation, referral to the City Colleges Office of the Inspector General and Human Resources for discipline, and referral to local or federal law enforcement for potential criminal investigation related to threats or incitement.