“What Are You Going to Do? Shoot Some Kids?” – Democrat Rep. Maxine Waters Taunts National Guard Troops in Downtown Los Angeles (VIDEO) |

Maxine Waters Joins Protests Amidst Rising Tensions in Downtown Los Angeles

Last Sunday, Democrat Representative Maxine Waters made a notable appearance in downtown Los Angeles, coinciding with intense protests against ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement). Critics suggest her presence may have exacerbated the already volatile situation.

Waters was seen engaging with National Guard troops deployed to manage the unrest, reportedly challenging their role in the conflict. This intervention follows President Trump’s decision to send 2,000 troops to the area after California’s Governor Gavin Newsom opted for a more restrained approach.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth disclosed plans to call in Active Duty Marines from Camp Pendleton to address escalating violence, reflecting a significant federal response to the chaos.

National Guard Deployment Confirmed

Recent announcements confirmed that elements of the 79th Infantry Brigade Combat Team from the California National Guard are now on the ground in Los Angeles, tasked with maintaining order in the midst of protests. As noted by U.S. Northern Command, units are being deployed as the situation develops.

#USNORTHCOM can confirm that elements of the 79th Infantry Brigade Combat Team from the California National Guard have begun deploying to the Los Angeles area, with some already on the ground. Additional information will be provided as units are identified and deployed. pic.twitter.com/BxqZM2YG1G

— U.S. Northern Command (@USNorthernCmd) June 8, 2025

Escalation of Violence

The arrival of National Guard troops came after rioters targeted a federal detention facility in downtown Los Angeles, reportedly launching explosives at the site. This escalation raised serious concerns about the safety of both law enforcement and the public.

The invading foreign army attacking Los Angeles surrounds the ICE detention facility in Downtown LA tonight as multiple fronts break out in the war. The insurrectionists hurl an Unregistered Destructive Device into the federal facility then run from resulting salvos. pic.twitter.com/Phuoh7obkK

— Alan Bings (@AlanBings) June 8, 2025

Waters Challenges National Guard

During her interactions with the National Guard, Waters posed provocative questions, querying their intentions with statements like, “Why do you have guns? What are you going to do? Shoot some kids?” This remark has drawn significant attention and criticism, reflecting the charged atmosphere surrounding the protests.

MAXINE WATERS ENTER THE SCENE. pic.twitter.com/P8z6Hj1EUm

— LancesEpicQuest (@Stylzbeats) June 8, 2025

Criticism of Trump Administration

Waters also directed her ire at President Trump, condemning his policies surrounding immigration enforcement. She described him as a “cruel human being” for his administration’s actions regarding the deportation of undocumented immigrants, arguing that young people in the military did not enlist to cause harm.

Maxine Waters and her wig are out Sunday promoting rioting against ICE. She says that if illegals are working then they shouldn’t be deported. Waters doesn’t care about the law. She cares about using illegals for their votes and numbers in the census.pic.twitter.com/7DsRms5XBg

— Paul A. Szypula (@Bubblebathgirl) June 8, 2025