Maxine Waters Claims With Straight Face ‘No Violence’ Took Place In LA

1 sourceUpdated Jul 1, 2026

Democratic Rep. Maxine Waters claimed Monday that “no violence” took place in Los Angeles, despite footage showing cars being set on fire and at least one attack on federal agents. President Donald Trump ordered the…

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