NBC Meet the Press Meet the Press NOW — June 12
Jun 12, 2025
Ryan Nobles, NBC News Capitol Hill chief correspondent, discusses a tense confrontation in Los Angeles between Senator Alex Padilla and DHS Secretary Noem regarding immigration policies. They highlight the backlash against recent ICE actions and the divided responses from Democratic governors and House Republicans during an Oversight Committee hearing. Nobles also analyzes California's lawsuit against the Trump administration over National Guard deployments, raising critical questions about federal authority and local governance amidst civil unrest.
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Senator Padilla's Forceful Removal
- Senator Alex Padilla was forcibly removed and restrained at a DHS press conference for questioning Secretary Noem.
- Law enforcement reportedly mistook his actions as threatening, leading to the use of force.
Political Tensions Amplify Incident
- The incident with Senator Padilla erupted from disputed circumstances about his behavior and recognition by law enforcement.
- Political figures quickly condemned the force used, highlighting heightened tensions around immigration enforcement in L.A.
Trump Acknowledges Immigration Impact
- President Trump acknowledged immigration raids impact labor in agriculture and hospitality.
- This signals a contradictory approach with stricter enforcement actions continuing alongside admissions of economic harm.