Immigration Enforcement Operation in Los Angeles

SOURCE thehill.com
Department of Homeland Security releases details of an immigration enforcement operation in Los Angeles, including administrative arrests and one arrest for obstruction. SEIU leader David Huerta arrested for obstructing federal agents during a worksite operation. Governor Newsom condemns the arrest and Huerta is currently in federal custody.

Key Points

  • 44 people administratively arrested during the operation
  • David Huerta arrested for obstructing federal officers
  • SEIU representing various workers and advocating against ICE actions

Pros

  • Details of the operation released to the public
  • Federal search warrants served at multiple locations
  • Collaboration between Homeland Security Investigations, FBI, and DEA

Cons

  • Arrest of SEIU leader David Huerta for obstruction
  • Protesters and agents exchanging shoves during the incident
  • Governor Newsom condemning the arrest