'Authoritarian regime': Ex-California lawmaker says troops in L.A. is 'Trump's dream'

Immigration Policy & Enforcement - The discussion revolves around the impact of immigration policies and enforcement actions, particularly under the Trump administration [3][4][5] - Concerns are raised about the potential for social disorder related to immigration protests to benefit Republicans [5] - There's debate on whether Trump's immigration policies, such as child separation and the Muslim ban, have been successful or have faced significant backlash [3][4] - ICE's actions, such as searching children, are criticized for lacking humanity and focusing on hardworking individuals instead of criminals [7][8][10] - The discussion highlights the need to address violence during protests but cautions against overreach by the federal government [17][21] Political Reactions & Governance - The role of state and local governments in managing immigration-related issues is questioned, particularly California's response to protests [14][15] - There's criticism of political figures, such as Speaker Johnson, for using inflammatory rhetoric regarding the governor of California [19][20] - The importance of bipartisan cooperation and communication between federal and state officials is emphasized [23][24] Public Sentiment & Values - The discussion suggests that Americans generally support deporting criminals but are less inclined to support the harassment and deportation of hardworking undocumented immigrants [12][13][16][18] - The value of immigrants' contributions to the economy and society, particularly in filling essential jobs, is highlighted [10] - The importance of upholding American values as a melting pot and avoiding authoritarian measures is stressed [9][24]