I Will Always Protect Angelenos Mayor Bass Responds to the Trump Administrations Continued Assault on Los Angeles

Mayor Karen Bass condemned the Trump administration's recent immigration raids in Los Angeles, labeling them an "all-out assault" on the city. She described the raids as causing disruption in the lives of Angelenos, with many residents fearing for their safety and avoiding work and school. The Mayor emphasized the detrimental impact on local businesses and the economy, stating that families are missing important events like graduations. Bass asserted that the administration's actions aim to overturn the city's longstanding policies designed to protect immigrant rights. “I will always protect Angelenos against the unwarranted and cruel actions of this administration,” she declared.

The lawsuit filed by the federal government seeks to challenge these protective policies, which have been in place for decades. Bass affirmed the city's commitment to defend its ordinances and uphold the values of diversity and community. The press conference illustrated a collective response from labor, business, and community leaders against federal immigration tactics.