Tear Gas and Flashbangs: Immigration Raids Spark Violent Clashes in California

Paramount, California, witnessed a dramatic confrontation on June 7, 2025, as federal immigration agents used tear gas and flash-bang grenades to disperse hundreds of protesters. The unrest followed a series of immigration raids in Los Angeles the previous day. "It was chaotic," said one eyewitness, who declined to be identified. "The agents were firing projectiles, and people were running in all directions." The acting director of Immigration and Customs Enforcement criticized the city's mayor and police department for their slow response. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding immigration policy in California. Despite the violence, the protests underscore the passionate feelings many hold on this issue.