In a move that reeks of contempt for the nation they claim to serve, several California cities have canceled their Fourth of July celebrations in 2025, citing fears over Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations targeting illegal immigrants. This shameful decision, driven by the radical left’s obsession with protecting those who flout our laws, exposes a deep-seated disdain for American sovereignty and the patriotic spirit of Independence Day. Cities like Cudahy, Bell Gardens, Huntington Park, and Boyle Heights have chosen to cower before anti-ICE hysteria rather than honor the birth of the nation that grants them their freedom. This is not just a cancellation of fireworks and parades—it’s a cancellation of American pride, orchestrated by officials who seem to loathe the very country they represent.
A Slap in the Face to Patriots
The Fourth of July is America’s sacred day, commemorating the courage of the Founding Fathers who risked everything to declare independence from tyranny. Yet, in California’s leftist strongholds, this hallowed tradition is being sacrificed on the altar of political correctness. The City of Cudahy announced it was “postponing” its Independence Day celebration scheduled for July 3, citing vague “recent events and concerns regarding the safety of our residents.” No rescheduling has been announced, leaving citizens without their rightful celebration. Bell Gardens was more explicit, canceling all events from June 24 to July 10, including its Fourth of July festivities, directly blaming “federal immigration enforcement activities.” Huntington Park followed suit, postponing its celebrations without explanation, while Boyle Heights delayed events until August, with a spokesperson admitting it was in response to ICE’s presence.
These cancellations are not about safety—they’re about pandering to a radical agenda that prioritizes illegal immigrants over law-abiding citizens. As President Donald Trump pushes forward with the largest deportation effort in U.S. history, targeting criminal illegal aliens in sanctuary cities like Los Angeles, these Democrat-led municipalities are throwing tantrums. California, home to the nation’s largest illegal immigrant population, has become a battleground for Trump’s immigration crackdown, which has sparked protests and even riots. Instead of standing with federal authorities to uphold the rule of law, these cities are shielding those who break it, spitting in the face of every American who cherishes our national identity.
Officials Inciting Chaos
The audacity of California’s leadership is staggering. In Cudahy, Vice Mayor Cynthia Gonzalez faced calls to resign after a now-deleted video surfaced in which she appeared to incite local gangs to resist ICE operations. “I want to know where all the cholos are at in Los Angeles: 18th Street, Florencia. Where’s the leadership at?” Gonzalez ranted, urging gang members to defend their “territory” against federal agents. This reckless rhetoric, condemned by the Los Angeles Police Protective League, reveals a shocking disregard for public safety and the rule of law. Matt Himes, managing editor for Blaze Media’s Align, nailed it when he said, “This disdain for the average citizen is typical of California’s Democrat leadership.” Gonzalez didn’t consult her law-abiding constituents before calling for what amounts to open warfare in their neighborhoods.
In Bell Gardens, the city’s social media has become a megaphone for “immigration workshops,” instructing illegal immigrants to stonewall ICE agents by refusing to open doors or answer questions without a judicial warrant. This is not governance—it’s obstruction of justice, a deliberate middle finger to federal authority and the American taxpayer. Meanwhile, in Boyle Heights, Councilmember Ysabel Jurado’s office postponed celebrations, with her spokesperson Alejandra Alarcon admitting it was due to “the crisis with the presence of federal agents in the community.” Jurado’s deputy, Lucia Aguilar, and her twin sister were arrested for allegedly assaulting a police officer during June’s anti-ICE riots, further exposing the radical ties of these so-called leaders.
A Betrayal of American Values
The cancellation of Independence Day celebrations is a symbolic gut-punch to every American who values our nation’s founding. As Gloria Romero, a former Democratic California State Senate majority leader, told Fox News, “They’re basically canceling America; they’re canceling patriotism.” She rightly called out the “far-left, ultra-woke, [Trump derangement syndrome]-suffering fools” leading these cities, who seem more loyal to illegal immigrants than to their own country. Himes echoed this sentiment, noting that legal immigrants and generational Americans alike cherish the Fourth of July, yet these cities prioritize “protecting people with no respect for our country’s laws.”
The economic fallout is equally infuriating. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has decried the “fear” caused by ICE raids, claiming they disrupt “basic principles of safety” and hurt local businesses. But whose fault is that? By fostering sanctuary city policies that harbor illegal immigrants, Bass and her ilk have invited this chaos. Flea markets, swap meets, and street vendors are reportedly suffering, with some closing entirely. Instead of addressing the root cause—uncontrolled illegal immigration—these officials double down, demanding rent moratoriums and further coddling of lawbreakers.
A Nation Under Siege
President Trump’s immigration crackdown, led by ICE and supported by 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines in Los Angeles, is a necessary response to decades of lax enforcement. His administration has arrested thousands of illegal immigrants, many with criminal records, including murder and sex crimes. Yet, California’s Democrat leaders, from Governor Gavin Newsom to local councilmembers, have the gall to call this “authoritarianism.” Newsom even sued the Trump administration, falsely claiming the deployment of federal troops violates state sovereignty. This is rich coming from a governor who presides over a state where illegal immigration has strained resources, driven up crime, and eroded public trust.
The protests, often violent, underscore the left’s desperation. In June, anti-ICE demonstrations in Los Angeles saw hundreds arrested for looting, arson, and assaulting officers. Protesters have thrown Molotov cocktails, rocks, and fireworks at law enforcement, with one man, Emiliano Garduno-Galvez, charged with attempted murder for attacking officers. These are not “peaceful” demonstrations—they’re insurrections against federal authority, egged on by officials who’d rather see chaos than enforce the law.
A Call to Shame
To the mayors, councilmembers, and activists who’ve chosen to cancel America’s birthday to shield illegal aliens: you are a disgrace. You’ve turned your backs on the citizens who elected you, trading their right to celebrate our nation’s founding for a perverse loyalty to those who break our laws. Your actions embolden criminals, undermine our sovereignty, and insult every American who believes in the rule of law. Shame on you for prioritizing lawlessness over patriotism. Shame on you for inciting violence and division. And shame on you for thinking you can cancel the spirit of July 4th without consequence.
The American people see through your anti-American agenda. As one X user put it, “The fact that they are saying ‘4TH OF JULY CELEBRATIONS ACROSS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CANCELED OVER IMMIGRATION RAIDS’ exposes how massive illegal immigration is in California. Thank you for hearing the American citizens pleas for help.” It’s time for these officials to face the music—resign, or face the wrath of a nation tired of your betrayal.
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