Los Angeles City Council approves immigrant protection measures

The Los Angeles City Council has unanimously approved a series of proposals aimed at protecting immigrant communities from potential mass deportations under the Trump administration. Introduced by Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martinez, the legislation includes funding for nonprofit legal services, a comprehensive 'Know Your Rights' campaign, and requirements for employers to notify city authorities of ICE raids. Soto-Martinez emphasized the importance of creating a safe environment for immigrants, drawing from his own family's experiences. The proposals align with the city's previous designation as a sanctuary city and respond to renewed threats from ICE raids. City leaders and local activists have expressed their commitment to resisting federal immigration enforcement strategies that threaten community safety. The measures reflect a broader push to ensure that all Angelenos, particularly immigrants, can live without fear of deportation.