L.A. BURNS – Marines on ALERT as Guard Deploys!

Chaos erupts as Los Angeles becomes a battleground with Eunisses Hernandez fueling fiery anti-ICE protests, leading to violent confrontations and National Guard deployment.

At a Glance

• Over 1,000 rioters in Los Angeles attacked ICE officers, resulting in extensive property damage.
• The Trump administration deployed the National Guard to control the escalating violence.
• Eunisses Hernandez, a Democrat council member, advocated for intensified protests against ICE.
• Law enforcement response was delayed, taking two hours to address the incident.

Council Member Calls for Escalation

Eunisses Hernandez, a Los Angeles council member and daughter of Mexican immigrants, called for intensified protests against ICE operations. At a rally, she emphasized past successes in derailing ICE activities, fueling a vehement response from the crowd. Video footage captured her urging demonstrators to combat increased ICE tactics with even stronger mobilization efforts.

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This rallying cry intensified an already volatile atmosphere, as protesters took to the streets in massive numbers. The violence that unfolded resulted in over 40 arrests. Protestors defied order, showcasing heightened aggression by throwing objects, slashing tires, and setting a car on fire.

Law Enforcement Overwhelmed

The Los Angeles Police Department struggled to maintain order, taking two hours to respond to the chaos. While rioters clashed with police, ICE continued its operations and arrested 118 individuals, including gang members. Despite escalating assaults, ICE has managed to continue its mission, making around 2,000 arrests daily across the city.

“Make no mistake, Democrat politicians like Hakeem Jeffries, Mayor Wu of Boston, Tim Walz, and Mayor Bass of Los Angeles are contributing to the surge in assaults of our ICE officers through their repeated vilification and demonization of ICE. From comparisons to the modern-day Nazi gestapo to glorifying rioters, the violent rhetoric of these sanctuary politicians is beyond the pale. This violence against ICE must end.” – Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin.

As protests gain momentum, the Trump administration responded by deploying 2,000 National Guardsmen to Los Angeles. The White House emphasized a “LAW AND ORDER” stance, making it clear that continued violence will be met with significant resistance, including potential mobilization of active-duty Marines.

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National Security Concerns Escalate

The mounting violence in Los Angeles has raised alarms within the federal government. U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth described the situation as a grave national security threat. He warned that violence against federal agents endangers the nation’s security and demanded that it cease immediately.

“Under President Trump, violence & destruction against federal agents & federal facilities will NOT be tolerated. It’s COMMON SENSE. The @DeptofDefense is mobilizing the National Guard IMMEDIATELY to support federal law enforcement in Los Angeles. And, if violence continues, active duty Marines at Camp Pendleton will also be mobilized — they are on high alert.” – Pete Hegseth.

Could Los Angeles be mere foreshadowing of what’s to come if accountability doesn’t come swiftly? Some argue that there’s a worrying trend of unchecked governance that is undermining the very pillars of order we rely on. As tensions continue to rise, many eyes are on how the city and officials will respond in the coming weeks.