On Wednesday, investigative journalist Ben Bergquam joined Steve Bannon to report from Los Angeles, highlighting a decisive crackdown on lawlessness that underscores President Trump’s commitment to restoring law and order across America.
Bergquam, who has been covering the unfolding events in Los Angeles, emphasized the significance of recent mass arrests targeting criminal elements who disrupted the city’s daily life. Over 200 arrests were made in one day alone, including 67 individuals who blocked a major freeway, preventing commuters from getting home. This aggressive enforcement action, Bergquam notes, was a direct response to President Trump’s firm stance on public safety and immigration enforcement.
Drawing from his experiences interviewing officials in El Salvador, Bergquam shared insights on how shifting the focus from protecting criminals to defending innocent citizens can transform a nation. "That’s exactly what America needs,” he said, praising the administration’s efforts to support law enforcement in doing their jobs without restraint.
Bannon and Bergquam both criticized sanctuary city policies, pointing to major urban centers like Los Angeles, New York City, Chicago, and San Francisco, where local governments obstruct federal immigration enforcement. The current administration’s approach involves deploying federal forces, including National Guard units, to back ICE agents and local police, ensuring the rule of law prevails.
"The police officers I saw yesterday were fired up and ready to protect the innocent,” Bergquam remarked. He described them as "the warriors and heroes” who have been "neutered for too long” by political constraints. With renewed federal support, law enforcement is reclaiming control, keeping cities safe, and enabling businesses to reopen.
Bannon framed this as part of a larger nationwide effort under President Trump’s leadership, aimed at deporting millions of illegal immigrants and restoring American sovereignty. He described the fight as not just against crime but against the left-wing political forces enabling chaos in cities under their control.
The segment ended with Bergquam promising ongoing coverage of ICE operations and federal enforcement efforts. This WarRoom episode painted a vivid picture of a nation pushing back against disorder and reclaiming its safety through decisive federal action.
As the fight for America’s future continues, President Trump’s administration is clearly doubling down on law enforcement and border security, aiming to reverse years of leniency and restore order and prosperity for all Americans.
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