The Ben Shapiro Show Ben Shapiro Reacts: Dem Senator Leaves Noem Press Conference in Handcuffs
Jun 12, 2025
Tensions rise as a U.S. senator is handcuffed during a fiery press conference. The incident sparks a debate about political theatrics and the lengths to which politicians will go for attention. The conversation shifts to Democrats' narratives in California, portraying Governor Newsom as a victim despite ongoing struggles. Additionally, there's a critique of the Democratic response to Trump’s immigration policies, questioning whether attacking the former president is a sustainable strategy.
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Padilla's Disruptive Press Conference
- Senator Alex Padilla stormed a press conference unannounced and shouted at Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
- Security didn't recognize him, removed him forcefully, and handcuffed him until verifying his identity.
Democrats' Attention Strategy Fails
- Democrats are desperate for attention and rely on resisting Trump passionately to gain it.
- This repeated strategy of confrontation has failed over a decade, yet they persist with it.
Security Overrides Political Privilege
- Anyone interrupting a high-security press briefing is likely to be removed, regardless of status.
- Padilla’s arrest shows that identification and protocol override political privilege in tense environments.