A 21-year-old college student named Kaden Rummler revealed the hardships he's facing after being blinded in one eye by a projectile launched by federal officers at a protest in Southern California. The incident occurred on January 9 during a demonstration against the fatal shooting of a woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minneapolis.

Rummler underwent a grueling six-hour surgery and now lives without depth perception, unable to drive, while metal and plastic fragments remain trapped in his skull. He may pursue legal action against the officers involved. 'This experience has altered every aspect of my life,' he stated, expressing his desire to start a career in forestry despite the challenges ahead.

Rodriguez, another protestor who was injured, shared similar experiences of trauma and severe pain. The injuries highlight increasing disputes between communities and federal law enforcement regarding crowd control tactics during protests. The Department of Homeland Security has not made clear the type of projectile used, as Rummler's attorney indicates it possibly contained pepper spray. As calls for justice resonate, Rummler insists on continuing his activism for those affected by immigration policies, stating, 'I refuse to sit around idly and watch that happen.'