Pickup Truck Delivers Bionic Face Shields, Other Supplies to LA Rioters (Video) |

Unloading Controversy: Supplies for Protests Arrive in L.A.

On Monday at approximately 5 p.m. PDT in downtown Los Angeles, an intriguing scene unfolded as a black pickup truck rolled up to a gathering of pro-immigration demonstrators, seemingly loaded with supplies aimed at fueling the evening’s unrest.

Footage captured by Fox Live Now revealed that the truck’s open bed was densely packed with boxes, prominently featuring UVEX Bionic Face Shields, each retailing for about $60. These shields were swiftly distributed among protesters, raising eyebrows and questions about the motivations behind such a supply drop.

Fox 11 LA reporter Elex Michaelson shared his observations on social media, stating, “#BREAKING We just saw people arrive in Downtown L.A. with truckloads of Bionic Face Shields that demonstrators quickly grabbed. It certainly seems like gear you’d wear if you’re preparing for conflict with police. Who is funding this?”

#BREAKING We just saw people arrive in Downtown L.A. with truck loads of Bionic Face Shields that demonstrators quickly grabbed.

It certainly seems like gear you’d wear if you’re preparing for conflict with police.

Who is funding this? pic.twitter.com/2hZphafOsi

— Elex Michaelson (@Elex_Michaelson) June 10, 2025

Further commentary on Twitter echoed this sentiment, with one user questioning the financing behind the apparent premeditated escalation: “WTF? PAID-FOR ‘bionic shields’ are being trucked in for the Los Angeles rioters. These cost around $60 each…and there are BOXES and BOXES of them being handed out. That’s not the kind of thing that you buy in bulk if you don’t plan on doing something with it…”

WTF? PAID-FOR “bionic shields” are being trucked in for the Los Angeles rioters.

These cost around $60, each…and there are BOXES and BOXES of them being handed out.

“That’s not the kind of thing that you buy in bulk if you don’t plan on doing something with it…”

They… pic.twitter.com/p3E9HwcpHf

— Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) June 10, 2025

As the spectacle unfolded, questions about the origins of this funding persisted. Another observer remarked, “Who is funding these rioters? Bionic shields are being delivered to the streets!!”

Who is funding these rioters?

Bionic shields are being delivered to the streets!! pic.twitter.com/n8uAQbzomz

— AmericanPapaBear (@AmericaPapaBear) June 10, 2025

The truck’s driver, clad in goggles and a face mask yet somehow managing to face the camera directly, prepared to leave under a veil of mystery.

Here is the guy in the Black Truck handing out Bionic shield masks by the hundreds that are $60 a piece—what are they planning? @FBILosAngeles @FBIDirectorKash @FBIDDBongino pic.twitter.com/2QysFM8fXI

— James Walbert (@jawalbert77) June 10, 2025

Another user noted the industrial-grade quality of the shields, emphasizing their potential use in a conflict. “This man just dropped off boxes of UVEX Bionic face shields. Industrial grade. Dropped off lots of boxes and distributed masks.”

@charliekirk11 this man just dropped of boxes of uvex bionic face shields. Industrial grade. Dropped off lots of boxes and distributed masks. pic.twitter.com/hCm4cdImG6

— maKeD Chicken (@maKeDChicken) June 10, 2025

The UVEX Bionic Face Shield by Honeywell is marketed as a protective tool ideally suited for workers facing various hazards, including flying objects and airborne debris. The product description touts its rugged design coupled with lightweight comfort, making it a curious choice for protest settings.

The Bionic is described as a revolutionary face shield. It is designed for rugged jobs, tough where it must be, and lightweight for all-day comfort. This technologically advanced design enables it to stand up to airborne debris, splash, and welding infrared radiation while offering enhanced protection. It features excellent optics and increased visibility, with easily replaceable visors and secure attachments. Moreover, its ergonomic design ensures comfort during extended use, making it a peculiar yet fitting choice for those preparing for potential confrontations on the streets.