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Pentagon Says Trump’s Armed Anti-Protest Crackdown in LA Will Cost $134 Milliontruthout.org/articles/pentagon-says-trumps-armed-anti-protest-crackdown-in-la-will-cost-134-million/
30 sats \ 12 comments \ @rootmachine 10 Jun news
The Pentagon says Trump’s decision to send armed troops to respond to protests in Los Angeles after George Floyd’s killing will cost $134 million. The weeklong deployment included helicopters and heavily armed soldiers, all to suppress largely peaceful demonstrations.
These protests seem to be a never ending story.
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Send the bill to the CA politicians?
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10 sats \ 2 replies \ @Rothbardian_fanatic 10 Jun
Yes, but is it cost effective? Will the crackdown save the businesses and such a lot of money from the smashing and looting? Will it keep our insurance premiums down?
As a side comment, I am really getting tired of this mostly peaceful demonstration bullshit. When there is burning, smashing and looting, there is nothing peaceful about it. Perhaps the military will deal with it with fixed bayonets. One can only hope.
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10 sats \ 1 reply \ @rootmachine OP 10 Jun
Indeed, the "peaceful" term does feel over-rated when looking at the facts.
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0 sats \ 0 replies \ @Rothbardian_fanatic 10 Jun
Of course, they, whoever they may be, need to compare and contrast this with the insurrection on Jan 6th where there were countless LEOs that were brutally beaten and died from injuries suffered during the insurrection. Not to speak of giving all the leaders heart palpitations while in their offices, or in the case of AOC, in their imaginations. These are mostly peaceful protests by mostly legal immigrants, right? We can’t use the due process of finding out they are not legal and booting them out, right?
It is never about the issue, it is always about the revolution! Color Revolution!
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20 sats \ 1 reply \ @Bell_curve 11 Jun
The demonstrations are not peaceful
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10 sats \ 0 replies \ @Rothbardian_fanatic 11 Jun
What? Haven’t you had your daily contact with the MSM? You know, the mockingbird media! Of course, they are peaceful, peaceful fires, peaceful looting and peaceful assault. Everything has been peaceful as you can see from the descriptions the MSM gives. PEACEFUL! FTS
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0 sats \ 0 replies \ @Bell_curve 11 Jun
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Here’s what I found about Alejandro Orellana:
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🪖 Identity & Role • Member of the Brown Berets: Recent social media reports and verified posts identify him explicitly as a known member of the Brown Berets, referred to as a “radical Latino paramilitary group” active across U.S. cities .
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🎖️ Background & Actions • Marine Corps veteran: He’s described as a former Marine who “defected during the Trump regime,” with his military recruitment and departure tied to disillusionment . • Recent Activity: He was seen distributing thousands of dollars’ worth of face shields in Los Angeles amid protests—an action widely circulated on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook .
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🚩 Public Perception • While supportive circles highlight his generosity, media outlets and social platforms frame him as emblematic of Brown Berets activism, particularly during urban unrest .
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⚠️ What’s Not Clear • Official standing: It’s unclear whether he holds a formal leadership role or official title within the Brown Berets. • Personal bio: No verified biographical details such as age, early life, or broader public statements are available beyond social reporting.
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✅ Summary
Alejandro Orellana is a Marine veteran affiliated with the Brown Berets who has gained visibility for distributing protective gear during protests. He represents a modern, activist face of the organization, though detailed background info remains limited
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