Celebrities including Mark Ruffalo, Kehlani, Pedro Pascal, and Doechii have expressed outrage over Donald Trump's mobilization of military forces in response to protests against ICE crackdowns on immigrant communities in Los Angeles. Protesters faced tear gas and non-lethal rounds, leading to accusations of authoritarianism and un-American actions against peaceful demonstrators.
‘Authoritarian and un-American’: celebrities outraged by Trump’s response to LA Ice protests
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Celebrities including Mark Ruffalo, Kehlani, Pedro Pascal, and Doechii have expressed outrage over Donald Trump's mobilization of military forces in response to protests against ICE crackdowns on immigrant communities in Los Angeles. Protesters faced tear gas and non-lethal rounds, leading to accusations of authoritarianism and un-American actions against peaceful demonstrators.
Trending- 1 Recently: Series of ICE crackdowns targeting immigrant communities in Los Angeles.
- 2 Over the weekend (implied 2025-06-07/08): Thousands protested in Los Angeles.
- 3 Recently: Donald Trump mobilized marines and National Guard members.
- 4 Last night (implied 2025-06-09): Doechii used BET awards speech to express outrage.
- 5 Tuesday morning (2025-06-10): Trump defended his decision.
- Widespread celebrity outrage and condemnation of Trump's actions
- Accusations of authoritarianism and un-American behavior
- Protests met with force (tear gas, non-lethal rounds)
- Increased tensions in Los Angeles
What: Celebrities are condemning Donald Trump's decision to mobilize marines and National Guard members in response to protests against ICE crackdowns on immigrant communities in Los Angeles.
When: Tensions reached fever pitch over the weekend (implied 2025-06-07/08). Donald Trump mobilized military forces recently. Doechii spoke at the BET awards last night (implied 2025-06-09). Trump defended his decision on Tuesday morning (2025-06-10).
Where: Los Angeles, California, USA, specifically Downtown Los Angeles (DTLA).
Why: Donald Trump mobilized military forces in response to protests against ICE crackdowns on immigrant communities, which celebrities and protesters view as an authoritarian and un-American suppression of peaceful demonstration, comparing it unfavorably to the January 6 Capitol attack.
How: Trump mobilized marines and National Guard members. Protesters were met with tear gas and non-lethal rounds. Celebrities used social media (Instagram) and award speeches (BET awards) to voice their outrage and support for protesters, calling out ICE and Trump's actions.