Comer launches probe into LA protests
Share this @internewscast.com


House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chair James Comer (R-Ky.) is launching an investigation into California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass (D) over their handling of demonstrations that broke out in the city this week over President Trump’s immigration policies.

“Claims were made that state and local law enforcement had protests under control, however, police were clearly unable to quell the violence in Los Angeles prior to the arrival of the National Guardsmen,” Comer and Rep. Clay Higgins (R-La.), who chairs the Subcommittee on Federal Law Enforcement, wrote in letters to the two California Democrats. 

“You have championed California’s sanctuary policies, which prevent local law enforcement’s cooperation with federal immigration authorities,” the lawmakers wrote. “You have also made it clear that you intend to block the objectives of the federal government, and defend aliens, regardless of their immigration status, criminal activity, anti-American views, or incitement to riot.”

The two House Republicans requested that Newsom and Bass hand over all documents and communications related to the demonstrations among their two offices, state law enforcement, local law enforcement, and federal entities by June 27. 

The committee also requested “all records and communications including video and dispatch logs, regarding the source of weapons (including rocks and cinderblocks) used by rioters.”

The House investigation comes after Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), who serves as chair of the Judiciary Subcommittee on Crime and Counterterrorism, launched his own investigation into whether the Los Angeles protesters are funded by a local nonprofit.

Hawley requested a history of internal communications and financial records from the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights to address allegations that it is fueling chaos in California.

Newsom, Bass and Democrats have hit back at Republican criticism of the unrest in Los Angeles, arguing that Trump has provoked violence through his administration’s use of deportations and deployment of the National Guard and Marines to the city. 

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

French Ministers Decry ‘Excessive Force’ in Removal of Jewish Youths from Flight

PARIS – A summer camp counselor has claimed that Spanish police used…

Tampa Teen’s Family Turns Heartbreaking Football Field Collapse into Awareness Campaign

The recent spate of high temperatures in Tampa, Fla. brought back painful…

Senate Approves Trump’s Pick for CDC Director Role

The Senate on Tuesday confirmed Susan Monarez to lead the Centers for…

Prosecutors Reveal Man Accused of Killing Daughter-in-law Had Been Planning for a Week

ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill. Prosecutors say the man charged with shooting and killing…

Asian Markets Mostly Rise Following Conclusion of China-US Discussions Without Trade Agreement

BANGKOK – Asian shares mostly rose on Wednesday following the conclusion of…

Minnesota National Guard Activated Following Cyberattack

() Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has issued an executive order effective immediately…

UCLA to Settle Lawsuit for Over $6 Million Regarding Pro-Palestinian Protests

The University of California, Los Angeles made an announcement on Tuesday regarding…

Storm Team 3: A few more days of heat and humidity, followed by a stormy and cooler weekend

SAVANNAH, Ga. () — Tuesday afternoon and into the evening was hot…

Trump Administration Aims to Introduce AI in Schools

The Trump administration is looking to propel the use of artificial intelligence…

Policy Demonstrates BMS MLB Game’s Eligibility for $4.8M Grant

A tourism official in Bristol, Tenn. (WJHL) has expressed her support for…

Cincinnati Police Urge Suspects in City Brawl to Surrender

() Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge announced that five people face charges…

Meet the Cute Puppy Learning to Rescue Lives in California’s Mountains

Today, this adorable golden retriever puppy is sure to make you smile—but…