FBI Investigates LA County Official for Allegedly Encouraging Gangs to Resist ICE

A recent incident involving a Los Angeles County official has sparked a federal investigation. Cynthia Gonzalez, the vice mayor of Cudahy, is under scrutiny by the FBI after she posted a video on social media that allegedly encouraged two prominent street gangs, 18th Street and Florencia 13, to confront United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The video, which was reportedly deleted shortly after its posting, is said to have called on gang members to organize and resist ICE enforcement in their territory.

According to sources, Gonzalez’s video, which was shared online, contained comments that were described as provocative. In the video, she reportedly urged gang members to take action against ICE agents, which drew attention from federal authorities. The video was shared on social media platforms, and the FBI agents reportedly visited Gonzalez’s home following the incident. The Department of Homeland Security has condemned the comments as