Oscar Winner Finneas Tear-Gassed Amid LA Immigration Protests

Finneas O’Connell, the Oscar-winning brother and collaborator of Billie Eilish, was tear-gassed by the National Guard during protests in Los Angeles against federal immigration raids led by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The protests, which began peacefully in response to ICE arrests of dozens of undocumented immigrants, escalated after the deployment of around 2,000 National Guard troops ordered by President Donald Trump, who criticized California Democrats for their handling of the unrest. Finneas publicly condemned ICE and the National Guard, sharing on social media that the authorities incited violence by using tear gas, rubber bullets, and flash bangs against demonstrators. Several celebrities, including Billie Eilish, Eva Longoria, and others, expressed support for the protesters and criticized the federal response, while some called for peaceful demonstrations despite isolated instances of violence and property damage. The protests included blocking major highways and confrontations with law enforcement, leading to unlawful assembly declarations and arrests. The situation reflects broader tensions over immigration enforcement and political divisions in California and the nation under President Trump's administration.