On Tuesday morning, Border Patrol agents detained 15-20 day laborers at a Home Depot in Pomona, causing alarm among local activists. Claudia Bautista from the Pomona Economic Opportunity Center highlighted that seeking work is not a crime. Attorney Jessica Bansal echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the legality of day laborers. Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis called for support for the detained individuals, affirming the rights of all residents regardless of immigration status. The Pomona Police Department clarified it was not involved, while federal agencies did not comment on the operation or its rationale.
Claudia Bautista, the executive director of the Pomona Economic Opportunity Center, confirmed Border Patrol's detention of 15-20 day laborers at Home Depot was unjust, advocating for their rights.
Jessica Bansal, an attorney from the National Day Laborer Organizing Network, stated, 'It is not a crime to look for work. It is not a crime to be a day laborer,' emphasizing the legality of their actions.
Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis expressed her commitment, stating, 'I want to reaffirm my unwavering commitment to ensuring that all residents, regardless of their immigration status, are aware of their rights.'
A Home Depot representative clarified that immigration enforcement operates independently of their business, highlighting the separation between retail operations and federal immigration activities.
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