Sen. Alex Padilla recounted his forceful removal from a press conference led by DHS Secretary Kristi Noem regarding Trump's response to immigration protests. While attempting to question Noem, he was detained by officials without explanation, leading him to share his experience on the Senate floor. He condemned the Trump administration's handling of protests, arguing it represents a significant shift towards undemocratic practices, highlighting an intention to "liberate" Los Angeles from elected officials, thereby raising concerns about federal overreach and civil liberties.
I was pushed and pulled, struggled to maintain my balance. I was forced to the ground. First on my knees and then flat on my chest, and was handcuffed.
Not once did they tell me why. I pray you never have a moment like this.
The United States Secretary of Homeland Security said that the purpose of federal law enforcement and the purpose of the United States military was to, quote, liberate Los Angeles from our governor and our mayor.
This incident marks a turning point in what I describe as the Trump administration's undemocratic crackdown on protest.
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