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JD Vance Arrives in L.A. as ICE Protests and Political Tensions Escalate

Vice President JD Vance landed in Los Angeles today following weeks of harsh criticism aimed at California leaders over their handling of ICE protests and immigration policy. His visit comes amid a surge in political tension, with both Governor Gavin Newsom and Mayor Karen Bass publicly clashing with Vance and President Trump over federal immigration crackdowns and the threat to withhold disaster aid.

Dodgers Clash with ICE Over Alleged Stadium Standoff Amid L.A. Raids

Hours after the Dodgers said they blocked federal immigration agents from entering Dodger Stadium, ICE issued a sharp denial, claiming it “was never there.” Meanwhile, CBP confirmed a brief, unrelated presence in the parking lot as immigration raids swept across L.A. neighborhoods. Protests erupted outside the ballpark, and Dodger star Kiké Hernández broke the team’s silence with a powerful statement on Instagram.

L.A. Declares June 20 ‘Cheech Marin Day’ to Honor Chicano Icon

The Los Angeles City Council has officially proclaimed June 20 as “Cheech Marin Day,” recognizing the South Central–born comedian, actor, and pioneering Chicano art collector for his lasting contributions to culture and the arts. The announcement coincides with the third anniversary of The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture in Riverside.

Federal Court Sides With Trump in California National Guard Dispute

A U.S. appeals court has ruled that President Trump likely had the authority to federalize California’s National Guard during the 2025 unrest in Los Angeles, siding with the administration over Governor Gavin Newsom. The decision is the latest in an ongoing legal battle over who controls the state’s reserve forces, following Trump’s controversial move to deploy troops in DTLA. Newsom has vowed to keep fighting the decision.

LAPD Accused of Trapping Protesters to Justify Curfew Arrests

As protests over immigration enforcement intensify in Los Angeles, LAPD is facing backlash for allegedly using a controversial crowd-control tactic known as “kettling” to trap peaceful protesters until curfew, then arrest them. One protester, digital creator Taylor Vennel, documented the experience on social media, sparking debate over civil rights violations. Legal experts explain what the Constitution says about kettling—and what to do if it happens to you.

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