Los Angeles rushes to protect illegal aliens in defiance of Trump's mass deportation plan



In anticipation of President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration in January, the Los Angeles City Council rushed to approve a "sanctuary city" ordinance on Tuesday.

The city council passed the measure in a unanimous vote, with council member Hugo Soto-Martinez (D) calling it "a very clear message" that the city refuses to "cooperate with ICE [Immigration and Customs Enforcement] in any way."

'That's not in the interest of public safety in Los Angeles or California.'

"We want people to feel protected and be able to have faith in their government and that women can report domestic violence, crimes," Soto-Martinez said.

Before the ordinance is enacted, the city council will vote on it one last time. Mayor Karen Bass (D) has the authority to veto the measure but has already been vocal about her support, the Associated Press reported.

"This moment demands urgency. Immigrant protections make our communities stronger and our city better," Bass said.

The news outlet noted that it remains to be seen whether the newly passed ordinance will have any significant impact, given that the Los Angeles Police Department has for decades adhered to Special Order 40, a policy that prevents officers from asking about immigration status or making arrests based on an individual's immigration status.

Additionally, LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell has vowed to protect illegal aliens. He told KTTV this week that he can guarantee that his department will not be working with ICE to detain foreign nationals who are unlawfully in the country.

"That's not in our interest to do that. That's not in the interest of public safety in Los Angeles or California," McDonnell claimed.

The state also has sanctuary policies in place to shield illegal immigrants from deportation efforts.

California Governor Gavin Newsom (D) stated last week that he and other state leaders are working to "Trump-proof" the state.

State Attorney General Rob Bonta said, "I can promise to the undocumented immigrant community in California that I and my team have been thinking about you for months and the harm that might come from the Trump administration 2.0. We'll do everything in our power and use the full authority of our office to defend you."

Tom Homan, the incoming border czar for the Trump administration, has committed to deploying additional ICE agents to sanctuary jurisdictions, aiming to expedite the deportation of criminal illegal immigrants with or without local authorities' cooperation.

"If they're not gonna help us, then we'll just double the manpower in those cities. They don't want ICE agents in their neighborhoods, but they don't let ICE agents in the jail. They don't understand, if you let us in the jail, that'd be less agents in your neighborhood," Homan told "Fox News Live" on Saturday.

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Man Arrested For Alleged Attempted Burglary At Karen Bass’ Los Angeles Home

Bass and her family were inside the home

'Burglary tourism' is 'a national issue': Police warn about uptick in foreign criminals abusing visa waiver program



Local law enforcement departments in multiple states are warning about an uptick in South American criminals abusing the United States visa waiver program.

The Los Angeles Police Department told residents that "burglary tourism" has been increasing over the last five years, Blaze News previously reported.

The criminals, mainly from Chile, enter the U.S. through the tourist visa system, which does not require travelers from eligible countries to submit to a background check.

After entering the country, the organized groups target affluent neighborhoods, using WiFi jamming devices to disrupt security systems. The criminal rings steal high-ticket items, including jewelry, designer purses, and other valuables, that they can turn for a quick profit. After selling the items, they send the cash back home.

LAPD Deputy Chief Alan Hamilton told the Los Angeles Times last month that the sophisticated heist rings are not new to the area but noted that they have become increasingly more active.

"The number of crimes tied to these kind of crews are way, way up," Hamilton stated. "They often target homes often connected to open spaces, hiking trails and canyons that give them access."

Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer explained that the criminals "take advantage of the fact that most people don't have window sensors or motion detectors on their second floors."

According to Spitzer, the burglars sometimes "lie in wait in these ghillie suits so they remain camouflaged."

Scottsdale Police Chief Jeff Walther stated during a recent press conference that burglary tourists are also targeting high-end neighborhoods in Arizona.

"What we're getting is hundreds and hundreds, if not thousands, coming in through the visa waiver program that are committing residential burglaries in dozens and dozens and dozens and dozens of cities and neighborhoods around the country," Walther remarked. "This is not a Scottsdale issue, this is not a Valley issue, this is not an Arizona issue. This is a national issue."

"We have to be willing to start asking some hard questions of our federal government about the visa waiver program," he added.

CNN reported that within the last year, suspected burglary tourists have also committed heists in Baltimore, Maryland; Raleigh, North Carolina; and Nassau County, New York.

Ventura County, California, officials estimate that there have been approximately 175 such burglary cases between 2019 and mid-2023.

DA Spitzer noted that the Chilean government has not been providing background information for citizens granted visa waivers despite a requirement to do so.

"If we don't know the criminal background of these individuals ... then we can't tell the judge anything or represent anything about the background," he stated. "Which means the person is released on no bail and they never come back again to answer for the charges."

Spitzer demanded that the Department of Homeland Security revoke Chile's participation in the visa waiver program "until they comply with providing criminal background checks."

"This is not a California problem; this is a national issue that is wreaking havoc on communities across the United States," Spitzer wrote in a post on X.

The DHS told CNN it is "deeply concerned with some individuals who travel to the United States and engage in criminal activity." However, it added, "Chilean officials have responded by improving operational cooperation with DHS to prevent travel ... by known criminal actors."

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‘I’m Going To Stab You’: Some Trans Americans Mourned By White House Died During Alterations With Law Enforcement

'Sudden movement'

Cops arrest thug for robbery 5 times in last 18 months — but he posts bond each time. Now he's wanted in 2 more robberies.



Los Angeles police said they're on the hunt for 20-year-old Dashawn Dow, who has been arrested for robbery five times in the last 18 months — but managed to post bond after each arrest.

Now cops said Dow is wanted in connection with two additional robberies that took place last month.

What are the details?

Police said detectives have identified Dow as a suspect in follow-home violent robberies in the Los Angeles area.

In the first incident, surveillance video recorded a grey Maserati following a male and female into the parking structure of their North Hollywood apartment complex around 1:30 p.m. Oct. 2, police said. As the victims exited their vehicle, two armed suspects demanded the victims' property, police said. Fearing for their lives, the victims complied with the suspects’ demands, after which the suspects fled with the victims’ money and jewelry, police said.

In the second incident, police said two black males confronted a male and female in the parking structure of their North Hollywood apartment complex around 12:10 a.m. Oct. 10. One of the suspects tried to forcibly remove the victim’s watch from his wrist, police said. When the victim resisted, the other suspect pressed a gun against the victim's chest. Fearing for his life, the victim gave up his property, and the suspects ran to a waiting getaway vehicle, police said.

Detectives believe Dow was involved in both incidents and that he used a gun while doing so, police said, adding that he's presently at large and should be considered armed and dangerous.

Police said they're asking anyone with information regarding Dow to contact Detectives Mrakich and Delph at 213-486-6840 or email them at RHDTIPLINE@lapd.online. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (1-877-527-3247), police said, adding that anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). Tipsters can go to www.lapdonline.org and click on “Anonymous Web Tip, police added.

'Fake news'?

Fox News, citing the most recent data, said robberies have dropped by about 8% through Oct. 28 this year compared to last year; but robberies remain about 5% higher than they were in 2021, the cable news network added, citing LAPD statistics.

Los Angeles District Attorney George Gascon's office did not immediately respond to a request for comment, Fox News reported, adding that in a debate last week with Democrat primary challengers Gascon called the issue of rising crime in L.A. "fake news."

"The policies of George Gascon have failed us all," Jonathan Hatami — a deputy district attorney who works for Gascon but is running against him in next year's election — told the cable news network. "No consequences and no accountability just emboldens individuals like Dow."

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Blue City Police Union Leader Told Cops To Go Places Where Leaders Don’t ‘Hate’ You

'You don’t have to beg'

Cousin of BLM co-founder who fled police following hit-and-run died from enlarged heart and cocaine use: Coroner's report



Keenan Anderson, the cousin of BLM co-founder Patrisse Cullors, died on January 3, hours after a confrontation with police involving the use of a taser.

During the incident, Anderson claimed, "They're trying to George Floyd me."

Anderson's estate later sued the City of Los Angeles and its police force for $50 million, alleging wrongful death and civil rights violations — a suit that was later denied.

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner published its findings Friday concerning the cause and manner of Anderson's death, revealing that an enlarged heart and cocaine use were to blame.

What's the background?

TheBlaze previously reported that around 3:30 p.m. on January 3, police responded to reports of a traffic accident and a man walking on the road, causing a disturbance, at the intersection of Venice Boulevard and Lincoln Boulevard.

Police found Anderson, an English teacher at Digital Pioneers Academy and a driver involved in the accident, in the road "exhibiting erratic behavior."

The officer who made initial contact with Anderson noted that Anderson might have been under the influence.

Anderson initially cooperated with some of the officer's instructions but insisted that some unidentified people were "trying to kill" him.

Despite the officer's repeated requests that he remain seated, Anderson reportedly kept standing up and wandering about.

When the officer requested backup for a DUI investigation, Anderson attempted to flee, running back into the street, reported the Los Angeles Times.

Officers reportedly attempted to subdue Anderson and get him back on the ground, but he resisted, refusing to comply with orders that he turn onto his stomach. Although officers managed to restrain Anderson, he allegedly continued resisting.

Anderson began repeating that "they're trying to kill" him and begging passersby for help, further stressing, "They're trying to George Floyd me."

Eventually, after several more warnings, police tased Anderson.

Los Angeles Police Department Chief Michel Moore indicated the taser was "activated" 10 times, but that not all deployments were "effective," reported the Guardian.

After being tased, Anderson was treated by responding fire department personnel, around which time he lost consciousness and exhibited labored breathing.

He was taken to a hospital, where he was declared dead several hours later.

Moore indicated Anderson suffered a "medical emergency," noting a preliminary blood test revealed cannabis and cocaine in his system.

L.A. Mayor Karen Bass said on January 11, "Full investigations are underway, and I pledge that the City's investigations into these deaths will be transparent and will reflect the values of Los Angeles. I will ensure that the City’s investigations will drive only toward truth and accountability. Furthermore, the officers involved must be placed on immediate leave."

Patrice Cullors, the multimillionaire co-founder of BLM, said after watching the LAPD footage of the incident, "My cousin was asking for help, and he didn’t receive it. He was killed. ... Nobody deserves to die in fear, panicking and scared for their life. My cousin was scared for his life. He spent the last 10 years witnessing a movement challenging the killing of Black people. He knew what was at stake and he was trying to protect himself. Nobody was willing to protect him."

Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) tweeted, "We must not shrink from the need for justice for Keenan Anderson. ... Accountability must be transparent and swift."

Coroner's report and response

The coroner's report stated that the cause of death was "effects of cardiomyopathy (enlarged heart) and cocaine use (death determined hours after restraint and conducted energy device [CED] use)," noting that the "manner of death is undetermined."

According to the County of Los Angeles Department of Medical Examiner-Coroner, an undetermined designation is applied "when there is inadequate information regarding the circumstances of death" and/or "where known information equally supports or conflicts with more than one manner of death or, in cases of unnatural death, when a clear preponderance of evidence supporting a specific manner (homicide, accident, or suicide) is not available."

Mayor Bass stated in response, "The coroner raises questions that still must be answered and I await the result of the investigation already underway. I know that in this time of pain it sometimes feels like there is no hope, but we must turn the pain into concrete, substantive change – and we will."

Bass added, "I remain committed to expanding the public safety system to include health professionals and to ensuring LAPD officers receive the best possible training to assist people in crisis."

Patrice Cullors, the multimillionaire co-founder of BLM, maintains that the LAPD killed Anderson.

"All I know and all we know, because we have seen the video, is that my cousin was alive when he flagged the police. He was alive. And after his interaction with the police, he was dead," said Cullors, suggesting the coroner's apparent inability to determine the manner of death was "unacceptable."

The $50 million lawsuit filed on behalf of Anderson's son against the LAPD and the city was previously denied. However, Carl Douglas, attorney for Anderson's estate, suggested they would be filing another lawsuit before month's end, reported the Los Angeles Times.

"Had officers chosen not to tase Mr. Anderson repeatedly on the back side of his heart, he would still be alive today," said Douglas. "And there is nothing that was released by the autopsy report that disputes that conclusion."

"Legally the question is not whether they killed Mr. Anderson, but whether their actions were a substantial factor leading to his death. It doesn’t have to be the only factor. But certainly it was a substantial factor," added Douglas. "There’s no evidence or any indication whatsoever that he would have had a cardiac arrest, a heart attack, had he not been tasered repeatedly."

Hennepin County Chief Medical Examiner Dr. Andrew Baker reported that George Floyd, whom Anderson referenced in his struggle with police, similarly had heart issues and drugs in his system at the time of death.

Baker noted Floyd had hypertensive heart disease, “meaning his heart weighed more than it should" and consequently needed more oxygen than a normal heart," reported CNN.

Floyd's autopsy report revealed he had fentanyl, norfentanyl, methamphetamine, cannabis, and morphine in his system.

Baker agreed that "both the heart disease as well as the history of hypertension and the drugs that were in his system played a role in Mr. Floyd’s death."

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Los Angeles Police Department bans Thin Blue Line flag because it now allegedly symbolizes 'undemocratic, racist, and bigoted views'



The Los Angeles Police Department banned the Thin Blue Line flag because it now allegedly symbolizes "undemocratic, racist, and bigoted views" held by extremist groups.

The Thin Blue Line symbol is a pro-police emblem that is said to represent the thin line between order and lawlessness in society that is maintained by law enforcement who wear blue uniforms.

LAPD Chief Michel Moore sent an email to department personnel on Friday announcing that the department was banning the Thin Blue Line symbol. The LAPD has barred the Thin Blue Line symbol from being displayed in public areas of police property.

Moore defended the ban by saying the Thin Blue Line has been "hijacked" by "extremist" groups. He claimed that he received a community complaint this week about the presence of the Thin Blue Line flag in the lobby of the police station. The complaint alleged that the Thin Blue Line flag "symbolized support for violent extremist views, such as those represented by the Proud Boys and others."

Moore told Fox News, "It's unfortunate that extremist groups have hijacked the use of the ‘Thin Blue Line flag’ to symbolize their undemocratic, racist, and bigoted views."

Moore said he viewed the Thin Blue Line flag as symbolizing "the honor, valor, dedication, and sacrifice of law enforcement to protect our communities." However, the police chief said some people had undermined the flag with their "racist, bigoted and oppressive values."

He declared, "I directed to have the item taken down from the public lobby. The U.S. flag should be proudly displayed in our lobbies whenever possible. Memorials for our fallen are also authorized in all public spaces."

Moore said the police station should be "free of political ideology."

Moore said LAPD officers can display the Thin Blue Line flag in "their workspace, locker door, or personal vehicle."

The board of directors for the Los Angeles Police Protective League, a union representing nearly 10,000 police officers, "vehemently" opposed the ban and accused Moore of "political pandering."

"It is difficult to express the level of utter disgust and disappointment with Chief Moore’s politically pandering directive to remove Thin Blue Line flags and memorials for fallen officers from all public areas within our police stations," said the Los Angeles Police Protective League. "This direction came as a result of complaints from anti-police, criminal apologists, and activists who hold too much sway over our city leaders and, unfortunately, our Chief."

The union lampooned the ban as "disrespectful and defeatist kowtowing by our department leadership to groups that praise the killing of police officers and outright call for violence against those of us in uniform. We have directly expressed our outrage to the Chief."

The union asserted that the flag was actually a "symbol of unity."

"Let's all remember what the Thin Blue Line flag is and what it represents: The Thin Blue Line flag features a black and white image of the American flag with the horizontal stripe beneath the field of white stars on the black background," the statement read. "The stars represent the citizenry who stand for justice and order. The darkness represents chaos and anarchy, and to many, a memorial to the law enforcement officers who have perished in the line of duty."

A similar ban was enacted in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. This week, the Springfield township board voted to ban the Thin Blue Line from township property.

Commissioner Ed Graham claimed, "When you wave this flag, it is just like for African Americans the waving of a Confederate flag."

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Police fire projectiles on unruly and destructive Rams fans following LA Super Bowl win



The Los Angeles Police Department was forced to fire projectiles on unruly crowds following the L.A. Rams' Super Bowl win on Sunday night, the Los Angeles Times reported.

What are the details?

Hundreds of fans converged on the streets near entertainment complex L.A. Live by 8 p.m. following the Rams' win, with some shooting off fireworks in the middle of the street.

According to the report, "multiple people" were seen climbing streetlights and throwing glass bottles at police, who'd quickly arrived on the scene to issue a dispersal notice to revelers.

Authorities soon declared an unlawful assembly and advised crowds that they were "risking serious injury" if they remained on the streets.

LAPD reporter Kevin Rector tweeted about the incidents and wrote, "I'm at 11th and Hope in downtown L.A. in an area LAPD have cordoned off. People are letting off fireworks. Police on bullhorns declared an unlawful assembly on a loudspeaker from a truck and told people they had 10 minutes to leave."

I\u2019m at 11th and Hope in downtown L.A. in an area LAPD have cordoned off. \nPeople are letting off fireworks.\n\nPolice on bullhorns declared an unlawful assembly on a loudspeaker from a truck and told people they had 10 minutes to leave.pic.twitter.com/VukrpUwK6e
— Kevin Rector (@Kevin Rector) 1644814579

He added, "There are a dozen people on top of a graffitied city bus with a 'RAMS HOUSE' flag and a detour sign and street cones. The bus driver is inside. Cops in copter above. Fireworks constantly going off."

Some, according to the report, quickly left, but others remained behind and taunted officers, prompting responders to fire projectiles at the crowd.

Content warning: Rough language:

The bus\u2019s electric message (surely programmed before the game?) reads, intermittently, \u201cGo Rams!\u201d\n\nPeople are posing for pictures.pic.twitter.com/th1HeFfXmx
— Kevin Rector (@Kevin Rector) 1644819052

Over the next hour, the crowd relocated to another area and were said to have climbed on top of parked cars and sprayed graffiti on area buildings and signs.

By 10 p.m., the L.A. Live crowd had relocated to Grand and 12th streets. People threw water bottles and traffic cones, and several climbed atop parked cars and even a Metro bus — while a driver was still inside. Some sprayed graffiti onto buildings and signs.

The LAPD on Twitter wrote, "We are seeing violent and destructive behavior by large crowds in the heart of the Downtown LA area. We have issued several dispersal orders and have a large police presence. Everyone that is part of those crowds, obey all dispersal orders and clear the streets immediately.”

We are seeing violent and destructive behavior by large crowds in the heart of the Downtown LA area. We have issued several dispersal orders and have a large police presence. Everyone that is part of those crowds, obey all dispersal orders and clear the streets immediately.
— LAPD HQ (@LAPD HQ) 1644820514

Local authorities have yet to announce whether they arrested any people during the melee.

LAPD dispersing crowds in downtown LA and then this:pic.twitter.com/c1jJnUzv2T
— MarlaTellez (@MarlaTellez) 1644818190

LAPD asks for the public to assist in identifying the 'Two O'Clock Rock Burglar’



Authorities from the Los Angeles Police Department want members of the public to assist in determining the identity of a suspect nicknamed the "Two O'Clock Rock Burglar.”

A press release says that the suspect has hit more than sixty businesses in the San Fernando Valley over the last year.

"The suspect has committed burglaries at businesses in Devonshire Division, Van Nuys Division, North Hollywood Division, Topanga Division, West Valley Division and in the cities of Burbank and San Fernando," according to the release.

The individual, who commits the thefts typically around 2:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m., stages rocks in front of the places he is going to rob. After breaking in, the individual takes cash from the register, or just steals the entire register, according to the release.

"The suspect targets businesses during early morning hours, generally between 2:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m. He first canvasses a location, then stages rocks in front of the businesses he is about to burglarize. The suspect gains entry by throwing a rock through the front glass door and, once inside, removes cash from the register. In many cases he takes the locked cash register," the release said.

"The suspect is described as an African-American male with dark skin with a receding hair line that sometimes wears glasses," the release noted. "He stands 5 feet 10 inches and weighs approximately 150-180 pounds. Generally, he wears a dark hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans, and black shoes."

Wanted: “Two O’Clock Rock” Commercial Burglary Suspect NR21361jc www.youtube.com