Union leader faces federal charge of conspiracy to impede an officer during L.A. ICE raids
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Union leader faces federal charge of conspiracy to impede an officer during L.A. ICE raids
""Let me be clear: I don't care who you are-if you impede federal agents, you will be arrested and prosecuted. No one has the right to assault, obstruct, or interfere with a lawful enforcement action.""
""Rallies are scheduled in more than a dozen cities across the U.S., including L.A., by union members and other supporters demanding Huerta's release and an end to the workplace immigration raids.""
David Huerta, president of the SEIU California, is facing felony charges for allegedly obstructing an immigration enforcement raid in Los Angeles, leading to his arrest and detention. He was injured during the incident and taken to a hospital before being held at the Metropolitan Detention Center. His arrest has sparked protests across various cities, with supporters calling for his release and an end to such immigration raids. U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli emphasized a zero-tolerance policy toward obstructing federal agents in this legal battle.
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