Los Angeles Federal immigration authorities carried out raids at three locations in central Los Angeles on Friday, triggering immediate condemnation from city leaders. Mayor Karen Bass expressed deep anger over the targeted operation, while the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) emphasized its non-involvement.
Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) released a statement confirming the execution of four federal search warrants across the three sites. The statement mentioned the involvement of partner law enforcement agencies but did not provide specific details about the targets or the reasons for the raids.
"Today, ICE officers and agents alongside partner law enforcement agencies, executed four federal search warrants at three location in central Los Angeles," the HSI statement read.
Mayor Bass responded swiftly, stating she was "deeply angered" by the federal action. She voiced concerns about the impact on the community and questioned the necessity of the raids. Other local lawmakers echoed the mayor's sentiments, criticizing the perceived heavy-handedness of the operation.
The LAPD clarified its role, stating that it was not directly involved in the planning or execution of the raids. This distancing reflects the city's policy of limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, aiming to build trust within immigrant communities.
Immigration Raids in Los Angeles Spark Outrage
Federal immigration authorities conducted raids at multiple locations in Los Angeles on Friday. The actions, described as "chaotic," have drawn strong criticism from Mayor Karen Bass and other local officials. Homeland Security Investigations confirmed the raids, stating they executed federal search warrants. The Los Angeles Police Department distanced itself from the operation.
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