A convoy of federal agents exhibited a show of force in MacArthur Park, Los Angeles, instilling fear in a predominantly immigrant community. Protesters and media gathered as local leaders criticized the operation as a political stunt. Immigrants face daily threats from ICE, severely impacting business in the area. B&Z Osorio Restaurant reported a drastic drop in customers, leading to reduced hours and food orders. Employees stated that many locals avoid dining out, preferring to stay home out of fear of immigration enforcement.
City leaders condemned the ICE presence at MacArthur Park, which many see as a political stunt designed to instill fear among immigrants and disrupt their lives.
Local businesses in immigrant neighborhoods, such as B&Z Osorio Restaurant, have experienced significant declines in customers due to the fear of ICE raids.
CO, an employee at B&Z Osorio, noted that his uncle had to cut hours and reduce produce orders because customers are too scared to dine out.
Residents are altering their routines and choosing to cook at home rather than risk going out due to the omnipresent threat of ICE raids.
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