DOJ: MAJORITY OF 50+ CHARGED IN CALIFORNIA ANTI-DEPORTATION RIOTS ARE U.S. CITIZENS

Acting U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli says more than 50 defendants tied to June anti-ICE riots in California have been charged and that most are U.S. citizens, an unusual trend. He says cases may go to trial with careful jury screening to avoid bias. Federal probes by FBI/IRS are examining possible orchestration and funding behind coordinated protests marked by protective gear distribution and attacks on agents. Officials say enforcement will continue despite unrest.