ICE prepares for migrant raid in Los Angeles

• ICE Prepares Large-Scale Raid
• Los Angeles Immigrants at Risk
• Other Federal Agencies Involved

U.S. immigration authorities are preparing a major raid in Los Angeles as part of ongoing operations across the country.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) plans to carry out the operation before the end of February.

They will be targeting undocumented immigrants with criminal records for deportation.

Official sources indicated that the operation will be supported by other federal agencies.

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The agencies involved include the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).

An internal document, leaked by the Los Angeles Times, details that this will be a large-scale operation, primarily focused on individuals with pending deportation orders.

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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is also involved in the planning, as confirmed by spokespeople from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF).

Although information about the raid has been leaked, there is no exact timeline for its execution, and details could change due to internal and external factors.

The mobilization of resources and involvement of multiple agencies suggest that the Los Angeles operation could be one of the largest this year.

In recent weeks, ICE has intensified operations in various cities, making multiple arrests across California.

Los Angeles, known for its pro-immigrant policies, has not been the scene of large-scale raids in recent years.

However, ICE has recently reported arrests in the region, including individuals with histories of sexual assault and organized crime ties.

The imminence of the operation has sparked concern among civil rights groups and immigrant communities.

In response, protests have erupted in downtown Los Angeles.

Demonstrators have voiced their opposition to federal immigration policies.

KTLA reported that activist groups have called on local authorities to halt mass deportations.

California Governor Gavin Newsom has taken steps to protect immigrants from the federal crackdown on undocumented migration.

Recently, Newsom signed a law allocating $25 million for the legal defense of immigrants at risk of deportation.

California has been a strong opponent of former President Donald Trump’s immigration policies and maintains its support for immigrant communities.

The state has laws limiting local law enforcement cooperation with ICE, making Los Angeles a stronghold of resistance against immigration raids.

Meanwhile, ICE continues nationwide operations, arguing that its priority is public safety and enforcing deportation orders.

Raids have been criticized by Democratic lawmakers and human rights advocates, who see them as repressive measures.

Despite criticism, ICE has reiterated that its actions comply with the law and are focused only on individuals with criminal backgrounds.

The impact of this operation on Los Angeles could be significant, since the city houses a large population of undocumented immigrants.

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Immigrant advocacy organizations have activated emergency hotlines and legal assistance services for those who may be affected.

Additionally, lawyers and activists are advising the community to know their rights in case of an ICE raid at their homes or workplaces.

The immigration landscape in the U.S. remains uncertain, with a growing debate over deportation policies and immigrant protections.

The coming weeks will be crucial in determining the scope of the Los Angeles operation and its impact on the community, according to KTLA.

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