The Brian Lehrer Show The View From LA
Jun 12, 2025
Gustavo Arellano, a columnist for The Los Angeles Times, dives into the fuel and fire behind the protests in Los Angeles. He discusses the contrasting narratives of military intervention versus community concerns. Arellano sheds light on misinformation surrounding the protests and the emotional impact of immigration enforcement on families. He also highlights the solidarity shown by local communities for their immigrant neighbors amidst escalating tensions and the importance of peaceful civil disobedience in the fight against systemic oppression.
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Misleading Image of LA Unrest
- The curfew only covers one square mile where protests happen, not all of Los Angeles.
- Trump’s narrative of LA being under siege is false and misleads many about the reality on the ground.
Violence Exaggerated for Political Ends
- Recent violence is localized and less severe than media portrayals suggest.
- Trump’s administration exploits LA’s diversity to portray the city as a hostile "enemy territory."
Labor Leader’s Arrest Sparks Unrest
- SEIU labor leader David Huerta was knocked down and arrested during an ICE arrest protest near downtown LA.
- This incident triggered wider protests and confrontations leading to increased police deployment.