Sheinbaum Condemns LA Immigration Protest Violence

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has strongly condemned violence during Los Angeles protests against U.S. immigration raids, urging all demonstrators to remain peaceful. She criticized the Trump administration's aggressive enforcement tactics and called for respect for detained migrants' human rights and due process. Emphasizing that Mexicans in the U.S. are hardworking, not criminals, Sheinbaum highlighted their contributions to Los Angeles communities. Mexican officials confirmed at least 42 Mexican nationals were detained in the raids, with consular support pledged for those affected. California leaders, including Governor Gavin Newsom, have criticized the federal response and plan to challenge the National Guard deployment. Sheinbaum reaffirmed Mexico's commitment to peaceful advocacy and to using diplomatic and legal means to oppose U.S. policies that criminalize immigration.