The LA Riots

In this powerful episode, we dive into the explosive protests that rocked Los Angeles in June 2025, triggered by aggressive Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids targeting undocumented immigrants in the city’s garment district, workplaces, and Home Depot parking lots. From peaceful demonstrations in downtown LA to violent clashes with police and federal agents, we trace the escalation, marked by tear gas, flash bangs, and rubber bullets. We break down the timeline, from the June 6 raids to President Trump’s defiant deployment of 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines, clashing with Governor Gavin Newsom and Mayor Karen Bass. With over 850 arrests, vandalized Waymo cars, and a citywide curfew, we explore the battle between federal and state authority, Los Angeles’ sanctuary city status, and the stakes for immigrant rights and civil liberties.

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