FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino announced Friday that more than 700 individuals have been arrested in connection with recent anti-ICE demonstrations and riots in Los Angeles and other cities across the U.S.
“We are NOT done. I told you we would not forget. I wasn’t kidding,” Bongino stated during a press briefing. “We are pouring through data in pursuit of more bad actors.”
The wave of arrests follows weeks of unrest sparked by anti-immigration enforcement protests that turned violent in several metropolitan areas. According to Bongino, individuals responsible for throwing projectiles at officers, damaging federal property, and inciting violence have been identified, and federal agents are actively “moving in.”
In addition, Bongino confirmed that the FBI is now working in partnership with the IRS to investigate the financial networks behind the demonstrations. Officials say they are tracking donations, shell accounts, and digital transactions believed to be linked to organizations funding the riots.
“We will hold not just the rioters, but also their enablers accountable,” Bongino added.
No specific names of financiers or organizations have been released as of this report. However, federal law enforcement has assured the public that further arrests and indictments are expected.
