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Senator Padilla Ejected Amid Controversial ICE Briefing
10/9/2025
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- At a June press briefing, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says California Senator Alex Padilla caused a confrontation, leading to his ejection as she discussed Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deportation.
- Video shows Padilla being removed by federal agents, contradicting Noem's claim he attacked her.
- Padilla says he was escorted to the briefing by the National Guard, denying Noem's description.
