The article discusses the closure of Tacos de Cabrito y Machito El Lagunero due to ICE deportation raids in Los Angeles. The operation, part of a broader crackdown ordered by Trump, has led to arrests and dampened business in immigrant-rich communities like Muscoy, which is primarily Latino. Owners Francisco Salinas and Vanessa Sánchez saw lower turnout on Father's Day, illustrating the economic ramifications of the raids. An economic report suggests that these mass deportations could potentially threaten California's GDP by billions, further exacerbating struggles for local street food vendors recovering from pandemic-related losses.
Due to ongoing ICE deportation raids in Los Angeles, Tacos de Cabrito y Machito El Lagunero closed on Father's Day, impacting local street food businesses.
ICE's recent operation has seen significant arrests, costing California $134 million in military involvement, raising concerns over the economic impact on immigrant communities.
Francisco Salinas and Vanessa Sánchez, owners of the food business, cited lower-than-expected turnout due to ICE raids as a reason for the Father's Day closure.
The impact of these raids extends beyond individual businesses; an economic study predicts a potential GDP loss of $278 billion for California.
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