The political controversy over the Trump administration’s Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids on suspected illegal immigrants in Los Angeles has escalated. Los Angeles County has now declared a state of emergency over the ICE raids and their fallout.
The move enables the county to assist immigrants who have been financially impacted by the ICE raids. Among the provisions in the declaration are rent relief for tenants who have fallen behind due to ICE raids and funding for legal aid and other essential services.
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The declaration also allows county supervisors to mobilize resources and request state and federal financial assistance.
“For months, families have lived under threat and workers have been taken from job sites,” County Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath said. “This proclamation is about action and speed. It allows us to move faster, coordinate better, and use every tool available to protect and stabilize our communities.”
The county said that fear has led to decreased attendance at workplaces, disruption to the local economy, and a strain on schools, hospitals and churches.
What led to this
Los Angeles is a so-called “sanctuary city.” It is home to more than 3 million immigrants, who are now dealing with what advocates deem a widespread fear.
In June, fiery protests in Los Angeles prompted Trump to activate the National Guard against California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Mayor Karen Bass’s wishes. The matter wound up in court.
There have been more than 5,000 ICE and Border Patrol arrests in Los Angeles since June. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem marked the milestone in August. She said, “Families protected, American taxpayers spared the cost of crimes…If you are here illegally, we will find you, arrest you and send you back. ”
