Episode 60: ICE Riots in L.A. – What’s Next?

In this timely and urgent episode of 45 on the Hour, Colt Curtis and Eric Medina welcome Ciskoe Ortega to discuss the ongoing anti‑ICE protests and riots in Los Angeles. With federal agents conducting ICE raids since June 6, 2025, tensions have escalated rapidly—sparking protests, curfews, and even deployment of the National Guard and Marines

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What they cover:

• On-the-ground reality: From peaceful rallies to violent clashes involving tear gas, rubber bullets, and looting .
• Federal vs state showdown: The legality and impact of President Trump’s move to federalize nearly 4,000 troops—including National Guard and Marines—and California’s pushback citing overreach cbsnews.com+5theguardian.com+5theguardian.com+5.
• Curfew and community effects: How the 8 p.m.–6 a.m. curfew is shaping downtown L.A., with most violence contained to a few blocks abcnews.go.com+14cbsnews.com+14wsj.com+14.
• What can be done differently: Discussing de-escalation tactics, protecting civil liberties, addressing root causes of ICE raids, and fostering better dialogue between federal agencies, local officials, and communities.

Ciskoe brings a ground-level perspective, what he’s seen in the streets, how people are reacting, and what he believes can be done to prevent further unrest.

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