Federal Immigration Raids Spark Violent Protests, Child Labor Probe at California Cannabis Farms

Federal immigration agents, supported by the National Guard, conducted raids on two Glass House Farms cannabis plantations in Southern California, leading to the detention of around 100 workers and sparking violent protests. The raids, aimed at apprehending illegal workers, escalated into confrontations where tear gas and rubber bullets were used to disperse protesters, including migrant-rights advocates. During one raid, agents found 10 undocumented minors working on the farm, prompting an investigation into potential child labor violations. California officials, including Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, harshly criticized the Trump administration's aggressive immigration enforcement tactics, condemning the use of military-style operations and tear gas on families and agricultural workers. The FBI offered a $50,000 reward to identify a suspect who fired on federal agents during the raids, highlighting the dangerous escalation. These events have intensified debates over immigration policies, labor rights, and the impact on the agricultural sector in California.