A far-left city official from Southern California is learning the hard way that calling for violence against federal agents isn’t just inflammatory—it might be criminal. Cynthia Gonzalez, the vice mayor of Cudahy, has reportedly landed in the crosshairs of the FBI after posting a video that appeared to encourage local gang members to target Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers.

According to Fox News’ Bill Melugin, Gonzalez is now under federal investigation, with sources confirming that FBI agents paid her a visit. The stunning turn of events stems from a now-deleted social media video in which Gonzalez accuses ICE of being “the biggest gang there is” and scolds area gang members—whom she calls “cholos”—for not defending their “turf” from law enforcement.

Her tirade was delivered publicly, apparently recorded at an outdoor restaurant, and posted online for all to see. It didn’t take long for critics and law enforcement to notice.

In her video, Gonzalez mocks gang members for staying silent while ICE conducts raids in their neighborhoods. She calls on members of notorious gangs like 18th Street and Florencia 13 to “get in order,” implying they should mobilize against federal officials. “They’re running their muck all up in your streets,” she said, urging them to act.

Escalating Anti-ICE Rhetoric

This latest episode comes amid a sharp rise in violent resistance to ICE operations. According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), assaults on federal immigration officers have increased by 500% in recent months. DHS officials say they won’t be deterred and are committed to executing the president’s directive to secure the homeland.

The backlash to Gonzalez’s video was swift. Conservative commentators slammed her for using her platform to incite violence. Others called her actions reckless and illegal, given the potential for gangs to interpret her words as a call to arms.

The FBI has not issued a formal statement, but Melugin’s report suggests agents are taking the matter seriously. Gonzalez herself hasn’t denied the investigation, though she has been spotted asking for legal help on social media. Her video, which was originally blasted across platforms, has since disappeared—but as the saying goes, the internet is forever.

Political Fallout

Elected officials urging violent action against law enforcement is a line that’s rarely crossed, but Gonzalez now appears to be facing the legal consequences. If charged, she could be prosecuted for inciting violence, obstruction of federal law enforcement, or other offenses.

The city of Cudahy has remained silent so far, and no major Democrat figure has come to Gonzalez’s defense. That’s likely because the clip is so damning, even party allies can’t find cover for it.

A Broader Warning

The situation highlights a troubling trend in today’s political climate: officials stoking chaos under the guise of activism. While activists have long opposed ICE operations, calling on gang members to confront federal agents crosses a dangerous line—one the FBI now seems interested in investigating thoroughly.

Thanks to the Trump administration’s aggressive border enforcement, immigration raids have intensified nationwide. But this case suggests the left’s reaction is becoming more than just rhetorical.

Cynthia Gonzalez may have thought she was issuing a bold political challenge. Instead, she may have just invited a federal indictment.