Senator Padilla Discusses Forced Removal from DHS Press Conference
Washington PostJune 12, 20251 min1,165 views
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- 📌 Senator Alex Padilla was forcibly removed from a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) press conference in Los Angeles.
- ⚠️ Padilla stated he was seeking information on DHS's immigration enforcement actions and was removed when he attempted to ask a question.
- ⛓️ He reported being forced to the ground and handcuffed, though he was not arrested or detained.
Concerns About Administration Response
- 💬 Padilla expressed concern that if this is how the administration treats a senator, the public, including farmers, cooks, and day laborers, may face similar treatment.
- ❓ He highlighted that his colleagues and he had received little to no information from DHS in response to their inquiries.
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Senator Alex PadillaDepartment of Homeland SecurityDHS Press ConferenceImmigration EnforcementForcible RemovalHandcuffingSenator's QuestionLos AngelesCalifornia
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