The 404 Media Podcast Feds Flew Predator Drones Over The LA Protests
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Jun 11, 2025 The discussion dives into the dramatic anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles, where surveillance aircraft, including Predator drones, loomed overhead. Eyes are opened to the implications of such monitoring on civil liberties. Meanwhile, fiery clashes erupt as protesters target Waymo's self-driving cars, raising questions about urban transportation and protest dynamics. The narrative also touches on the chilling case of a sex trafficking ring linked to a popular site, as the owner faces serious legal consequences.
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Tracking Surveillance Aircraft Over LA
- Joseph Cox tracked multiple DHS Blackhawk helicopters and unusual aircraft with hexagonal flight patterns over LA protests.
- These hexagons resembled Custom and Border Protection Predator drones previously seen in Minneapolis protests.
DHS Predator Drones Confirmed
- Flight data and air traffic audio revealed hexagonal flight patterns identified as DHS Predator drones by call signs including "Troy Q9".
- These MQ9 Predator drones, unarmed domestically, have been used in protests and border surveillance, confirming advanced federal aerial monitoring.
Waymo Cars Attacked in LA Protests
- Waymo driverless cars have become targets in LA protests, with five cars set on fire downtown.
- Waymo suspended downtown LA service and coordinates with police to remove damaged vehicles, highlighting tensions with autonomous tech in protests.