Protests against the Trump administration's ICE raids in Los Angeles escalated as demonstrators targeted Waymo's driverless vehicles, vandalizing and setting them on fire. The incident has raised significant safety concerns due to the toxic fumes emitted by the burning lithium-ion batteries in electric vehicles. Despite the protests aiming at immigration enforcement, some groups have resorted to violence, prompting condemnation from state leaders and a response from the National Guard. The situation underscores the complex interplay between activism and public safety concerns driven by increasingly radical actions.
A group of protesters in Los Angeles targeted Waymo's autonomous vehicles amid demonstrations against ICE, resulting in vandalism and the temporary suspension of services.
The burning of Waymo vehicles has raised safety concerns due to the toxic fumes released from lithium-ion batteries, endangering bystanders and emergency responders.
California’s Governor and Los Angeles Mayor condemned the violence associated with peaceful protests, linking them to insurgent groups that pose a threat to public safety.
President Trump described the protesters as 'troublemakers' and deployed the National Guard in response to the violent incidents surrounding the demonstrations.
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