Archive · 21 Jun 2025
JD Vance Under Fire Over Padilla Remark During California Visit
Vice President JD Vance made controversial remarks about California leaders while visiting Los Angeles.
He called Senator Alex Padilla by the name of a convicted terrorist, sparking outrage.
This happened during protests related to immigration enforcement.
California leaders, including Governor Newsom and Mayor Bass, strongly criticized Vance's comments.
They called his statements untrue and a political "stunt."
The remarks occurred amid ongoing tension following immigration raids and the deployment of troops.
Vice President JD Vance criticized California leaders during a visit to Los Angeles.
Vance referred to Senator Alex Padilla as "Jose Padilla," the name of a convicted terrorist.
Governor Newsom and Mayor Bass condemned Vance's comments as "utter nonsense" and a "stunt".
The controversy arose amid protests following federal immigration raids in Los Angeles.
Vance's spokesperson claimed the remark was a "mix-up."
- Who
- JD Vance, Alex Padilla, Gavin Newsom, Karen Bass
- What
- JD Vance criticized California leaders and made a controversial comment regarding Senator Alex Padilla.
- When
- During a visit to Los Angeles on June 20, 2025.
- Where
- Los Angeles, California
- Why
- Vance's remarks were related to recent immigration protests and disagreements about border enforcement policies.
Democrats/Critics
Republicans/Vance's camp
Nature of the Comment
Democrats/Critics
Viewed Vance's comments as a disrespectful "cheap shot" and "stunt."
Republicans/Vance's camp
Vance claimed it was a "mix-up."
Responsibility for Protests
Democrats/Critics
Condemned Vance for attacking local leaders and inciting division.
Republicans/Vance's camp
Vance blamed California leaders for inciting unrest.
- Politician Involved
- JD Vance, Alex Padilla, Gavin Newsom, Karen Bass
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Event
- Immigration Protests
- Controversial Comment
- Referring to Alex Padilla as "Jose Padilla"
- Key Figures
- Vance, Newsom, Bass