Jessica Juarez and other volunteers took to the streets of Paramount to clean up after a tense weekend, where law enforcement clashed with protesters against immigration raids. Juarez expressed pride in her community's strength while lamenting the fear imposed by authorities. Paramount, a historically revived city, recently found itself in the national spotlight as National Guard troops were deployed after confrontations escalated. Residents reported feeling unsettled by the violence and destruction left in the aftermath, highlighting ongoing tensions between local communities and federal immigration policies.
“I'm proud of our community, of the strength we showed. It's like they put so much fear into Paramount, and for what? These guys didn't even clean up after themselves.”
“Residents say the chaotic clashes between federal immigration authorities and protesters on Saturday left them shaken.”
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