WHEREAS, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) carries out the duty of the United States Government to enforce our immigration laws and arrest and deport illegal aliens; and

WHEREAS, in response to the lawful and necessary actions of ICE in Los Angeles, California, left-wing agitators waving Mexican and Palestinian flags have engaged in unlawful mass violence, including looting, arson, attacks on law enforcement, and even dropping cinder blocks onto cars from overpasses; and

WHEREAS, President Donald J. Trump has activated the California National Guard and deployed U.S. Marines to quell the riots; and

WHEREAS, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the Austin Police Department (APD) responded to a violent demonstration at the Texas Capitol on Monday, June 9, 2025, and arrested thirteen (five by DPS and eight by APD) individuals for charges including felony criminal mischief and resisting arrest; and

WHEREAS, demonstrations have been announced in cities across the United States, including many in Texas, which could threaten the lives and safety of innocent citizens and law enforcement officers; now

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Republican Party of Texas commends President Trump for his decisive actions to bring order to the streets of Los Angeles; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Republican Party of Texas calls on these rioters, in Texas and elsewhere, to immediately stand down and cease any violent actions; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Republican Party of Texas commends Governor Greg Abbott, the Texas Department of Public Safety, and the Austin Police Department for their effective responses to the June 9 demonstrations, for their preparations for subsequent demonstrations, and for their clear and consistent statements that riots will not be tolerated in Texas.