Thousands Protest ICE Raids Across California, Labor Unions Demand End Nationwide

Recent ICE raids in Los Angeles, which resulted in the arrest of over 100 undocumented immigrants and SEIU California President David Huerta, have sparked widespread protests across several U.S. cities, including Los Angeles, Portland, Sacramento, San Francisco, Philadelphia, and Seattle. Labor unions, immigrant advocates, and community leaders have condemned the raids and Huerta's arrest, calling them attacks on both immigrant and labor rights, and arguing that such actions harm local economies and undermine due process. The protests have drawn thousands, with notable participation from prominent figures like Dolores Huerta and union leaders nationwide, who demand Huerta’s release and an end to what they describe as retaliatory and unjust immigration enforcement. President Trump’s deployment of the National Guard to Los Angeles further inflamed tensions, leading to legal action from California and accusations of federal overreach. Protesters and union leaders emphasize non-violence, solidarity, and the fundamental right to free speech, warning that the targeting of union figures and immigrants threatens core American values. The movement reflects deepening national divisions over immigration policy and the role of law enforcement in regulating dissent.