Los Angeles riots / screen image Cam Higby
| Published June 27, 2025
Nearly every House Democrat has voted against a resolution condemning the violent anti-Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) riots that caused chaos and mayhem throughout Los Angeles earlier this month
In a stunning display of political priorities, nearly every Democrat in the House of Representatives voted against a resolution condemning the violent anti-ICE riots that brought chaos to Los Angeles earlier this month. As federal immigration officers faced assaults, property was destroyed, and the National Guard had to be deployed, House Democrats refused to stand with law enforcement. The resolution, introduced by Republican Rep. Buddy Carter, aimed to send a clear message: attacks on our federal agents will not be tolerated — but Democrats overwhelmingly chose to remain silent on the violence.
🔍 The Situation Explained
🔹 What Sparked the Violence:
The riots broke out after ICE launched a major immigration enforcement operation in Los Angeles on June 6, 2025, leading to the arrest of over 100 illegal aliens, according to the Department of Homeland Security. Far-left agitators and foreign nationals quickly mobilized in protest, turning the streets of L.A. into a warzone.
The unrest in Los Angeles erupted following a large-scale immigration enforcement operation by ICE on June 6, 2025, which led to the arrest of over 100 illegal aliens in the county. The raids specifically targeted individuals with outstanding deportation orders and criminal records, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
Almost immediately, far-left protest groups and radical open-borders activists began organizing mass demonstrations in response. What started as protests quickly devolved into violent riots, fueled by inflammatory rhetoric online and organized agitation on the ground. Rioters—many of whom were seen waving foreign flags, including those from El Salvador, Guatemala, and Mexico—used the enforcement action as an excuse to unleash chaos on the streets of Los Angeles.
The riots were not spontaneous outrage — they were a coordinated backlash against the enforcement of federal immigration law. And instead of rallying behind law enforcement, many elected officials in blue cities remained silent or downplayed the threat.
This wasn’t about peaceful protest — this was a direct assault on America’s right to enforce its borders and uphold the rule of law.
🔹 How Bad Did It Get?
The situation in Los Angeles quickly spiraled into a scene of violent anarchy, more resembling a battlefield than a city street. Rioters hurled rocks, bricks, and bottles at ICE officers and federal law enforcement, setting government vehicles ablaze and smashing windows of nearby businesses. Multiple law enforcement officers were injured, and dozens of federal buildings and vehicles sustained heavy damage.
Footage circulating online showed masked agitators waving foreign flags, chanting anti-American slogans, and using makeshift weapons to confront authorities. Fires burned in the streets, and smoke filled the air as hundreds of arrests were made for crimes ranging from assault on a federal officer to arson and looting.
The level of violence was so extreme that President Trump authorized the deployment of 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 U.S. Marines to restore order — a move not seen in decades for an immigration-related disturbance.
Downtown L.A.’s Civic Center was turned into a militarized zone overnight, reflecting the scale of the threat. For days, the city was paralyzed by fear, property destruction, and political silence from the left.
This was not civil disobedience — this was deliberate insurrection against federal authority.
🔹 What the Resolution Said:
The resolution, introduced by Republican Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter of Georgia, was a formal statement by Congress to condemn the violent anti-ICE riots in Los Angeles and show unwavering support for federal law enforcement officers under attack.
Specifically, the resolution:
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Denounced the violent actions taken against ICE agents and other federal officers during the riots.
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Affirmed support for the men and women of ICE, recognizing their role in upholding immigration law and protecting American communities.
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Condemned lawlessness and destruction of public and private property as unacceptable and dangerous, regardless of political motivations.
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Called for unity in defending law and order, and holding those responsible for the violence accountable.
The language of the resolution was clear and direct, without partisanship or ambiguity. It did not call for new laws or policies — only a simple declaration that violence against law enforcement is wrong and should never be tolerated in a civilized country.
Yet despite its clarity and moral simplicity, 195 House Democrats still voted against it, choosing not to stand with ICE or even condemn those who assaulted officers and set the streets of Los Angeles on fire.
🔹 How Democrats Voted:
Despite the clear violence, destruction, and attacks on federal officers, 195 out of 212 House Democrats voted against the resolution to condemn the anti-ICE riots. Only 75 Democrats broke ranks to support the measure alongside Republicans — a small minority willing to publicly stand with law enforcement.
This overwhelming opposition by the Democratic Party sends a powerful message: even in the face of open violence against federal agents, most Democrats chose to remain silent — or worse, implicitly excuse the behavior by refusing to condemn it.
Rather than join a bipartisan effort to uphold law and order, Democrats treated the resolution as a political issue, not a moral one. Their vote shows where their priorities lie: appeasing radical elements of their base instead of defending public safety and national security.
By refusing to denounce lawless riots targeting ICE, House Democrats signaled that protecting the border and enforcing immigration laws is no longer part of their agenda — even when American officers are under attack.
🔹 What This Tells Us:
The House vote makes one thing unmistakably clear: the Democratic Party is no longer willing to stand up for law enforcement when it clashes with their political narrative. When federal agents are attacked, cities burn, and foreign flags are flown during riots — Democrats won’t even issue a formal condemnation.
This isn’t just about one resolution — it’s about a dangerous shift in priorities. Today’s Democratic leadership appears more concerned with protecting the feelings of radical protestors than with protecting the safety of American officers doing their jobs.
It tells us that the left is willing to look the other way on violence, as long as it comes from groups aligned with their agenda. It confirms what many conservatives already know: law and order is no longer a bipartisan value.
Meanwhile, Republicans — led by President Trump and leaders like Rep. Buddy Carter — are making it clear they will not compromise when it comes to defending America’s borders, laws, and law enforcement.
🔹 Nationwide Fallout:
The refusal of Democrats to condemn the anti-ICE riots in Los Angeles has had immediate and dangerous ripple effects across the country. Violent protests have already spread to Chicago, New York, Portland, and other left-leaning cities — emboldened by Congress’s failure to draw the line.
Organizers are openly planning more demonstrations, some calling for “the dismantling of ICE” and border abolition, while law enforcement braces for additional unrest. The message from Washington is clear: if violence supports a leftist cause, it will be tolerated.
Local officials in some cities have even refused to cooperate with federal authorities, further weakening ICE’s ability to operate and protect the public. The longer this pattern continues, the more dangerous the precedent becomes: mob rule over the rule of law.
The political fallout is also growing. Americans are watching as the Democratic Party sides with radicals, while President Trump and Republicans take action to restore order. This isn’t just unrest — it’s turning into a nationwide crisis of leadership and priorities.
⚖️ What Democrats should have done…
Instead of refusing to condemn the chaos, House Democrats had a clear opportunity to stand for the rule of law — and they failed. At a time when federal officers were under attack, and American cities were burning, Democrats should have:
🛡️ Defended Law Enforcement – By voting in favor of the resolution, they could have shown that assaults on ICE agents and property have no place in a civilized society, regardless of political differences.
🇺🇸 Put America First – Waving foreign flags while attacking federal agents is not protest — it’s provocation. Democrats should have stood up for the nation’s sovereignty and the men and women who protect it.
🗣️ Sent a United Message Against Violence – Instead of tolerating rioters because they aligned with left-wing causes, they should have drawn a firm line: violence is never acceptable, no matter the narrative.
By choosing party politics over public safety, Democrats undermined law enforcement, emboldened radicals, and alienated the very citizens they claim to represent.
Resulting Effects
🔥 Escalation of Nationwide Unrest
The failure to condemn violence in Los Angeles has emboldened agitators. Riots have already spread to Chicago, New York, and other major cities, showing signs of a coordinated national disruption.
🛑 Weakened Law Enforcement Morale
ICE agents and federal officers now face increased hostility with little backing from one of the nation’s major political parties. This sends a chilling message to those who risk their lives enforcing immigration law.
🎯 Increased Threat to Public Safety
With Democrats refusing to stand against lawlessness, violent protests are more likely to grow — putting businesses, families, and neighborhoods at risk.
⚖️ Political Fallout in Congress
The vote has deepened the divide in Washington, sharpening the contrast between a party that supports law and order and one that appears reluctant to condemn radical behavior.
🗳️ Fuel for 2025 Election Season
Republicans are likely to use this vote to highlight Democratic alignment with far-left extremists, framing themselves as the only party willing to protect national security and the rule of law.
Bottom Line:
As violent anti-ICE riots spread across major American cities, one thing is clear: President Trump is once again the only leader willing to take decisive action to protect the nation. While Democrats in Congress turn a blind eye to lawlessness and refuse to stand with our federal officers, Trump has deployed the National Guard, backed law enforcement, and defended American sovereignty without hesitation.
This vote in the House is more than political theater — it’s a wake-up call. The contrast couldn’t be clearer: a Democrat Party that tolerates chaos and division, versus a President who puts law, order, and the American people first.
With 2025 shaping up to be a turning point, Trump’s strong leadership is exactly what this country needs — and voters are taking notice.
