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Senator Alex Padilla Detained During Press Conference, Sparks Nationwide Protests

Senator Alex Padilla was forcibly removed from a press conference, leading to emotional Senate remarks and nationwide protests against the Trump administration's actions.

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  • Senator Alex Padilla was forcibly removed from a press conference by security during a discussion on immigration raids in California.
  • Padilla's removal led to his emotional recounting of the incident on the Senate floor, where he expressed concern for his constituents.
  • He criticized the Trump administration's actions against protests, calling it a turning point for American dissent.
  • The incident prompted nationwide protests, with Padilla urging Americans to peacefully oppose the administration's policies.
  • Padilla's actions during the press conference included calling President Trump a 'tyrant' and questioning the administration's handling of dissent.

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Criticizes Padilla for engaging in disrespectful political theater during a DHS news conference.

The Department of Homeland Security accused Padilla of engaging in disrespectful political theater.

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"…Padilla and his angry Democratic colleagues have framed the episode as intimidation by the Trump administration, especially as it came days after Democratic Rep. LaMonica McIver was indicted on federal charges alleging she assaulted and interfered with immigration officers outside a detention center in New Jersey while Newark’s Democratic mayor, Ras Baraka, was being arrested after he tried to join a congressional oversight visit at the facility."

Padilla says in Senate 'it's time to wake up' after forced removal from Noem's event
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"…Padilla said that he had gone to the federal building in Los Angeles where Noem was holding the press conference that day because he had a briefing with a four-star general about the military deployment in the city."

Choking back tears, Sen. Alex Padilla details his LA handcuffing
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"…Padilla said that “if that is what the administration is willing to do to a United States senator for having the authority to simply ask a question, imagine what they will do to any American who dares speak up.”"

On Senate Floor, Alex Padilla Recounts Forcible Removal From Kristi Noem Press Conference: “I Pray You Never Have A Moment Like This”
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Senator Padilla was forcibly removed from the press conference after he confronted a Trump administration official and attempted to speak up about immigration raids, which led to protests in California. Security officers handcuffed and escorted him out as he interrupted Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s news conference.

Senator Padilla gave an emotional account on the Senate floor, breaking down in tears as he recounted being handcuffed and detained without explanation. He expressed frustration and highlighted the impact of the incident on his sense of personal and civic rights.

The Department of Homeland Security accused Senator Padilla of engaging in disrespectful political theater during the incident.

Senator Padilla called for peaceful protests against the Trump administration and encouraged civic engagement to push for action on immigration issues.

Senator Padilla emphasized the urgency of addressing immigration raids and the increased military presence in California, stressing the need for immediate action.

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