All In with Chris Hayes 'Lies': Fox News paints L.A. as war zone while protests remain largely peaceful
Jun 12, 2025
Jacob Soboroff, NBC News political national correspondent, discusses ongoing immigration raids in California's agricultural landscape. He sheds light on the fears faced by undocumented farm workers amidst protests against ICE actions. The conversation contrasts media portrayals of civil unrest, highlighting the peaceful nature of demonstrations in Los Angeles. Soboroff also underscores the economic implications of immigration enforcement on critical sectors, linking current issues to historical civil rights movements.
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Trump's Force Met With Resistance
- The Trump administration's militarized crackdown on protests reveals a struggle to silence dissent by force.
- The protests show robust resistance to authoritarian control and highlight Americans' rejection of heavy-handed governance.
Media Lies About LA Protests
- Most protesters in Los Angeles have been peaceful despite media distortion.
- Fox News and the White House spread misleading coverage portraying the protests as violent riots.
Protest's Historic Effectiveness
- Historical protests have always included some controversial actions yet achieved monumental social change.
- The effectiveness of protest often becomes clear only in hindsight, emphasizing its importance despite opposition.