Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has launched a fierce rebuttal against Vice President JD Vance following his controversial visit to the city, declaring, “How dare you!” In a passionate address from her office, Bass accused Vance of spreading “lies and utter nonsense” that have instigated fear and division among Angelenos during a period of relative calm.

The mayor’s remarks come in response to Vance’s visit, where he met with Marines deployed to manage unrest amid anti-ICE demonstrations. Bass expressed outrage over Vance’s comments insinuating that city officials encouraged violence, asserting that local law enforcement effectively managed the protests. “You parachute in, pass judgment, and leave, adding to the provocation,” she stated, emphasizing that the city is a melting pot of immigrants and should not be subjected to federal overreach.

Bass highlighted the devastating impact of the vice president’s rhetoric on local businesses, describing empty restaurants and fearful families. She revealed heart-wrenching stories of mothers unsure of their husbands’ whereabouts and children left wondering why their fathers didn’t return home. “This is trauma that will last a lifetime,” she lamented.

In a scathing critique, Bass also took Vance to task for misidentifying California Senator Alex Padilla, calling it a disrespectful oversight. “He is our Senator, not just ‘Jose’ to you,” she said, underscoring the importance of representation in a diverse city.

As tensions rise, Bass’s call for unity among Angelenos rings clear. “You may attempt to create division, but we stand together,” she declared. The mayor’s urgent response underscores the precarious state of the city as it grapples with the fallout from recent events and the looming threat of federal intervention. The stakes are high, and the city watches closely.