Los Angeles County officials are establishing a cash fund within a month to support families affected by ongoing federal immigration raids. The Board of Supervisors approved the fund, primarily fueled by philanthropy, targeting workers and their families in small cities and unincorporated areas. Specific eligibility requirements and payout amounts are currently unclear. Many residents are living in fear, avoiding work due to potential arrests and deportations. The county also aims to expand financial aid to small businesses impacted by the raids.
"We are sending a clear message: Los Angeles County stands with our immigrant communities, and we will continue to fight to ensure that every resident, regardless of immigration status, has the dignity and support they need to survive and thrive," said Supervisor Hilda Solis.
The Board of Supervisors voted 4-0 Tuesday to create the fund, fueled by philanthropy, focused on workers and their families in small L.A. County cities and unincorporated areas.
Church pews, hospitals and whole neighborhoods have been emptier than usual. Many say they're scared to go to work, as they weigh the necessity of collecting a paycheck against the risk that they might be arrested and deported.
The county also wants to expand a fund for small businesses who are affected financially by the raids, according to the motion approved by the supervisors.
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