Democratic Senator Alex Padilla was pushed out, forced face down, and handcuffed by security when he attempted to question Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem during a press conference on the Los Angeles protests.

Bystander footage showed Padilla saying, “I’m Senator Alex Padilla, I have questions for the secretary,” before being restrained. Lawmakers from both parties condemned the incident. Republican Senator Lisa Murkowski called it “disgusting,” while Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said, “We need answers immediately.”

The Department of Homeland Security defended the action, stating Padilla didn’t identify himself or wear his Senate badge and “lunged” toward Noem. “The Secret Service thought he was an assailant,” the statement read. Noem later met privately with Padilla for 15 minutes.

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Gazans Celebrate Ceasefire Between Israel and Hamas

On Oct 9, 2025

Palestinians celebrated the ceasefire agreement reached between Israel and Hamas after indirect talks in Egypt, marking the first step of a broader peace plan involving hostage exchanges and Israeli troop withdrawals. Crowds, including children displaced by Israeli attacks, gathered around Al-Aqsa Martyrs’ Hospital to celebrate the end of the fighting. Residents in Maghazi Refugee Camp expressed hopes for rebuilding Gaza and establishing a Palestinian state. “Thank God, the war is over. Our homes were destroyed, and our children killed. We thank everyone who helped end this war,” said Yasser Abu Hein. Others shared optimism that Gaza would “return better than before.”

Israel confirmed that the ceasefire would begin following a cabinet vote later in the day.

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