Bulwark Takes ICE's Reign of Terror In LA: “We Can Go Anywhere!"
Jul 9, 2025
Bill Kristol, a political analyst and frequent contributor to The Bulwark, joins Sam Stein to discuss alarming scenes in Los Angeles as ICE and National Guard patrol MacArthur Park. They analyze the unsettling militarization response to peaceful protests and its detrimental impact on the community. The conversation delves into the economic toll of mass deportation on local businesses and Latino communities. Lastly, they highlight the shifting Democratic stance on immigration enforcement and raise concerns about the expansion of ICE and its ramifications.
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Federal Forces Intimidate in LA
- ICE and National Guard's militarized presence in MacArthur Park serves no clear local law enforcement need.
- They explicitly want to intimidate by showing they "can go anywhere" in Los Angeles.
Intimidation Against Sanctuary Cities
- The militarized ICE presence seeks to intimidate sanctuary city officials and immigrants alike.
- This is intended to coerce local leaders into cooperating and push immigrants into self-deportation.
Economic Impact of Immigration Crackdown
- The federal crackdown harms local economies by reducing foot traffic and business in immigrant communities.
- It aims to drive immigrants away and open social services and jobs for native-born Americans.