Once again, the nation finds itself gripped in the chaos of protests gone wild, with scenes out of California and New York worthy of a summer blockbuster. However, this isn’t entertainment; it’s the latest episode in the ongoing saga of those anti-I.C.E. protests that have everyone talking for all the wrong reasons.
As one place after another seemed to descend into chaos, President Trump decided enough was enough. His response? Deploying 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles. The message was clear: order will be restored, and the unruly demonstrations will not be allowed to run amok. In a classic Trump move, he didn’t mince words either, pointing fingers at the so-called “incompetent” local Democratic leadership who, according to him, were asleep at the wheel during all this chaos.
While the President took decisive action, California’s Governor, Gavin Newsom, seemed to be living in an alternate reality. He insisted everything was under control, even as rioters attacked officers and set things ablaze. Perhaps he didn’t get the memo that violent unrest isn’t usually categorized as “having things handled.” Of course, it’s not the Governor’s first rodeo when it comes to turning a blind eye to mayhem in his state.
Meanwhile, over on the east coast, New York had its own bout of disruptions, with protests turning the streets of Lower Manhattan into a stage for public disorder. It’s as if New Yorkers weren’t content with just watching the chaos unfold on the news. Instead, they joined in, resulting in clashes and arrests. It was another chapter in the ongoing saga of anti-law enforcement sentiment that seems to be flourishing there.
Amidst the tumult, there’s a ray of hope in the form of firm words from Attorney General Pam Bondi. She pledged to prosecute anyone assaulting or obstructing law enforcement officers to the fullest extent possible. It’s about time someone stood up for the rule of law. You can almost sense the frustration at the local level, with officials apparently more than happy to let the law-breaking slide unless the feds muscle in.
What’s striking in all this is the range of characters involved — from radical left protestors to deported individuals with criminal histories. The latter includes those who seem to win a ticket back solely because they’re accused of heinous crimes. It paints a picture that’s clear as day: when the federal authorities step in, they’re not targeting people for jaywalking. They’re going for the worst of the worst, like rapists and murderers, which should be reason enough for communities to support lawful sweeps. Yet, here we are, dealing with another season of the never-ending protest saga, brought to you by the radical left and lax local governance.
