Federal agents conducted raids in Southern California around the July 4th holiday, detaining over 1,600 immigrants. In West Hollywood, agents arrested workers at a local car wash, prompting criticism from city officials who condemned the actions as federal overreach on a day meant to celebrate liberty. A popular food vendor was also arrested, leading to significant community support through a GoFundMe campaign. Protests emerged, including silent demonstrations by soccer fans expressing disappointment over the lack of support for the immigrant community by team ownership.
In West Hollywood, video footage showed U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in bulletproof vests at a car wash, detaining long-time workers.
Federal agents detained a food vendor outside a Target, prompting a GoFundMe to raise over $16,000 for legal support.
West Hollywood officials criticized the raids, stating that Independence Day should evoke reflection and reverence, not fear and persecution.
Protests erupted as fans of the Galaxy soccer team expressed their discontent with the team ownership's lack of support for immigrants.
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