Recent federal immigration enforcement actions in Los Angeles County have triggered widespread protests and outrage among immigrant communities. Dominating the news were large raids on workplaces, including Ambiance Apparel, accompanied by aggressive tactics such as tear gas and flash-bang grenades. Advocates have condemned these actions as lawless, with reports of immigrants being detained without legal representation and targeting based on racial appearance. As a sanctuary city, L.A. stands in opposition to such practices, causing fear among the immigrant population as news of detentions spread.
"There are rules of engagement that are not being followed. It's incredibly dangerous, not just for immigrants but for citizens."
"These tactics were, as Oscar Zarate, of the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights, told me, 'lawless, just not normal.'"
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