Senator Padilla Reacts to Political Disruptions and Arrests

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Senator Alex Padilla comments on the arrest of Brad Lander and his own incident disrupting a Homeland Security press conference, criticizing federal enforcement actions in Los Angeles and emphasizing the importance of local law enforcement handling protests without federal escalation. He highlights the political motivations behind federal interventions and draws parallels to the Prop 187 movement, advocating for increased civic engagement and diversity.
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