danny trejo
The gist
Danny Trejo says he is "not pro-ICE" after backlash over a Ben Shapiro-produced film.
His family says he didn't know Shapiro was involved until filming began.
How it unfolded
- 2025 -11Trejo encouraged families affected by ICE raids, telling TMZ: "Help your neighbor and do whatever you can for people in need."
- Sep 22, 2026The movie was set to film from Sept. 22 to Oct. 10, according to city records.
- Oct 3, 2026The Livingston City Commission held a special meeting on road closures and safety concerns, including armed security guards, and voted to temporarily suspend the production company's filming permit for two days.