Danny Trejo Is ‘Handcuffed’ to ‘Stupid’ Ben Shapiro, Pro-ICE Movie, Son Says
Gilbert Trejo says his father accepted the role as a good guy and cannot criticize the production without risking a breach-of-contract suit.
- Actor Danny Trejo is currently filming 'Pawn Shop,' a Daily Wire production that portrays an ICE agent receiving protection from a Hispanic veteran during a violent riot, prompting significant fan backlash.
- Gilbert Trejo claimed his 82-year-old father was unaware Ben Shapiro was involved until two weeks into production. He stated his father is "handcuffed to this stupid project" by a contract preventing him from quitting.
- According to the plot, an ICE agent is "hunted through the streets by a furious mob" while taking refuge in a pawn shop. While Variety reports the film is pro-ICE, Gilbert wrote the project is "not pro-ICE, it's not overtly pro anything."
- Fans and community members have expressed disappointment over the actor's involvement. One Northeast Valley resident noted Trejo is considered a personal "friend," highlighting tension between his community ties and professional role.
- Amid serious immigration tensions in California, groups like CHIRLA express concern over potential voter intimidation tied to the project's timing. Critics argue Shapiro's film exploits Trejo's reputation, while others cite his decades of community service.
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The Independent (US)Danny Trejo’s son says dad is ‘handcuffed’ to Ben Shapiro’s pro-ICE film
EXCLUSIVE: Gilbert Trejo told 'The Independent' that his 82-year-old father ‘can’t really come out and say how he feels about any of this in any real way’
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