When TV cameras show angry protesters waving handmade signs, viewers might think they’re watching real grassroots activism. What the cameras don’t show is what happens before these “spontaneous” demonstrations begin – the organized handout of tactical gear, breathing masks, and step-by-step guides on fighting police.
These aren’t random crowds that simply appeared with matching gear and tactics. Behind many protests is a network of organizers, money people, and suppliers working quietly to turn anger into coordinated action. While news shows focus on emotional speeches, the real story is in Instagram posts, money transfers, and parking lot supply drops.
A network of leftist activists was caught distributing helmets, breathing masks, and tactical gear to anti-ICE protesters in Los Angeles on June 9, 2025. These supplies were specifically for those on the “front lines” confronting police. This coordinated effort mirrors tactics used by domestic terror groups that aim to disrupt law enforcement and create chaos.
From ‘Daily Wire’:
One leftwing activist boasted on Instagram that she was able to “distribute over 100 pairs of work gloves, 50 helmets, and 500 masks at LA City Hall today!” adding that she also distributed “fire blankets, respirators, ponchos, and earplugs.”
The Instagram user “Shaaaandraaaaahhh” didn’t just hand out basic protection. She advised protesters on how to counter police tactics. She reposted guides titled “how to make it harder for cops to do their jobs.” These guides told protesters to pick up tear gas canisters and “return to owner” – meaning throw them back at police officers.
This planned effort involves multiple leftist groups with ties to Democrat-affiliated organizations. Groups tagged in these posts include “socaluprising,” “eastlaimagee,” and “SuperFamilia_KC.” These groups helped raise money for the supplies. The Venmo account linked to these fundraising efforts showed people sending money with messages like “f*ck ICE” and “Ice melts under resistance.”
From Marine to Agitator
The FBI made an arrest connected to this network on June 12, 2025. Alejandro Theodoro Orellana was charged with Conspiracy to Commit Civil Disorder. He was caught distributing gas masks to anti-ICE rioters in Los Angeles.
What makes this case interesting is the reaction from Orellana’s father, Francisco. As a legal immigrant, he was shocked by his son’s activities. “What the f–k are you doing? Why are you doing that?” Francisco asked his son after seeing photos of him handing out supplies.
Even though his son is a Marine veteran and union activist, Francisco condemned the protesters’ actions. “It ends up being a big problem when you’re giving stuff to people [who do violence]. They burned police cars, they broke windows, this is not right,” he told the New York Post.
Francisco Orellana’s view as a legal immigrant stands in stark contrast to the activists’ demands. “It’s too many people not working. Who’s paying for them? You and me, and everybody working. We’re paying to keep those people here,” he explained. His voice represents legal immigrants who followed the rules and now watch others demand special treatment.
Behind California’s Crisis
The FBI raid on the Orellana family home was dramatic. Agents broke down their door at dawn on June 12. Francisco didn’t mince words about who he blames: “California is no good. Democratic people left the state really, really bad.”
U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli made the government’s position clear. “We are moving quickly to identify and arrest those involved in organizing and/or supporting civil disorder in Los Angeles,” he announced after Orellana’s arrest. This suggests more arrests are coming as investigators track the network behind these coordinated actions.
The pattern is clear and troubling. This same activist network previously set up camps in Washington State and Seattle. There, they demanded housing for illegal immigrants – specifically asking that homes meant for homeless American citizens be given to illegal aliens instead. These activities align with Democrat-backed policies that prioritize illegal immigrants over citizens.
The father’s view speaks volumes: someone who legally immigrated, followed the rules, and contributed to America now watches in horror as his own son helps create chaos. It’s a reminder that supporting legal immigration doesn’t mean supporting open borders or lawlessness.
As this network continues to operate, law-abiding citizens will be watching closely – and so will federal authorities.
Key Takeaways
- Leftist activist networks are systematically distributing riot gear to anti-ICE protesters in Los Angeles
- FBI has begun arresting organizers, including one man caught distributing gas masks to counter police tactics
- The father of an arrested activist, himself a legal immigrant, condemns these activities and Democratic policies
- Evidence shows multiple organizations fundraising and coordinating supplies specifically for “front line” confrontations with law enforcement
Sources: Daily Wire, New York Post
