
š„ Unbelievable! Lauren Tomasi shot in the leg while reporting live from the scene of the protests!
Special Report ā Los Angeles is once again in chaos after a protest against the federal governmentās aggressive immigration crackdown erupted into violence last night. What began as a tense but peaceful demonstration quickly spiraled into a full-blown street clash between protesters and federal forces.
The protests turned deadly serious when 9News Australian correspondent Lauren Tomasi was struck in the leg by a rubber bullet while reporting live on-air. Viewers watching in real time were stunned as Tomasi suddenly dropped behind a car for cover, yelling, āIāve been hit!ā before the feed cut away.

Witnesses say the bullet originated from federal tactical units deployed to control the unrest ā units some are calling “Trump’s gunmen,” a reference to their reactivation under former President Donald Trumpās shadow security network. While officials have not confirmed who gave the order to fire, speculation is running wild.
Tomasi is reportedly in stable condition and recovering well, but the incident has sparked outrage across Australia. āAn attack on one journalist is an attack on all,ā said the Australian Foreign Minister, demanding a formal explanation from U.S. authorities.
Social media is ablaze with hashtags like #JusticeForTomasi and #TrumpProtests, and clips of the moment she was shot have gone viral across both continents.
As questions swirl around who exactly authorized force against press on the scene, this incident highlights growing fears about press freedom and escalating authoritarian tactics during civil unrest in America. What was once unimaginable is now unfolding live ā with cameras rolling.
More updates to follow as the story develops.