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Los Angeles Immigration Raids, Civil Unrest, and Military Deployment

  • #Immigration & refugees
  • #Illegal aliens
  • #Deportation
  • #Military
  • #Police
  • #Freedom of speech & expression
Los Angeles Immigration Raids, Civil Unrest, and Military Deployment
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JUN 17
Above: U.S. Marines, California National Guard, Sheriff's Deputies, and Los Angeles Police guard a Federal Building on June 14, 2025. Image copyright: Robyn Beck/AFP/Getty Images
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The Spin

Republican narrative

From the beginning, this was an insurrection, not a peaceful protest. First, these left-wing, NGO-funded rioters physically assaulted immigration officers to prevent them from arresting illegal aliens. Then, when the police rightfully labeled their actions as illegal, they escalated their violence, burning down city streets and throwing blunt objects at officers. These rioters started a war against the federal government, which is why Trump swiftly sent in military forces to keep the peace.

Wall Street JournalAmerican Thinker

Democratic narrative

The LA protesters, many of whom are from or have familial roots in Latin America, were rightfully protesting, not rioting, over Trump's blatant use of the military for political gain. Not only has he used armed agents to terrorize immigrants, but, just like the Latin American dictators of the 20th century, he's deployed thousands of heavily-armed soldiers to patrol civilian streets. Allowing him to continue this reign of terror will only embolden his authoritarian ambitions.

WOLAThe Nation

Establishment-critical narrative

Regardless of party affiliation or views on deportation, there is something much bigger going on regarding these protests and riots. While everyone bickers over the old-fashioned police and troop deployments, the federal government is quietly recruiting surveillance software companies like Palantir to monitor everyone, not just criminals and immigrants. All Americans should join together against the security establishment's growing power over society.

ZeroHedgeLataco

Public Figures

Donald Trump

Kristi Noem

Gavin Newsom


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Political split

LEFT

RIGHT

Senator launches investigation into Democratic org over potential support for LA rioters
FOX NewsMAY 28
Federal officials slam Democrats for 'dangerous' rhetoric as ICE agents face violent mobs in LA, NYC
FOX NewsMAY 28
Protesters throw rocks, jump on moving ICE vehicle after Omaha workplace raid
FOX NewsMAY 28
National Guard deployed to L.A. and Trump warns Musk of 'consequences': Weekend Rundown
NBCMAY 28
What to Know About the Immigration Protests in Los Angeles
New York TimesMAY 28
Los Angeles protests: a visual guide to what happened on the streets
GuardianMAY 28
ICE Raids on Restaurants, Farmworkers, Students Spark Community Resistance Across Country
Democracy NowMAY 28
Judge to consider California’s request for restraining order against Trump over use of troops in LA
GuardianMAY 28
SEIU California President David Huerta Arrested in ICE Raids
NewsweekMAY 28
The real insurrection is erupting in LA
American ThinkerMAY 28
LA Mayor hits back at Trump Marine deployments saying 'we don't want them here'
FOX NewsJUN 16
National Guard troops detain anti-ICE protesters in Los Angeles under Trump's orders
FOX NewsMAY 28
Anti-ICE protests erupt across 19 states, with 200 rioters busted in LA for ignoring newly enforced curfew
New York PostMAY 28
National Guard to be deployed in Los Angeles County as anti-ICE protests rage: border czar Tom Homan
FOX NewsMAY 28
San Diego official faces backlash after labeling ICE agents 'terrorists'
FOX NewsMAY 28
LA mayor Bass worries ICE raids will leave ‘nobody to do childcare’
New York PostMAY 28
House GOP launches probe of Neville Singham, linked to protest groups, including anti-ICE agitators in LA
New York PostJUN 16
Feds mobilize the National Guard as riots over immigration raids wreak havoc on Los Angeles
New York PostMAY 28
White House Blasts California Councilman for Calling Ice Agents ‘Terrorists’
BreitbartMAY 28
Live updates: LA protests against Trump ICE raids, curfew starts, Chicago demonstrations
CNNMAY 28
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TownhallMAY 28

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