The Trump administration has deployed the National Guard to the city of Los Angeles following the eruption of mass protests against the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency. ICE regularly conducts raids throughout the country. The agency makes sweeping arrests and rapid deportations, leaving many perplexed as to what happened to their family members, friends, neighbors, or colleagues.
Historically a city with a strong immigrant background and cultural influence, Los Angeles decided enough was enough of these sweeping raids and began mass protests to stop ICE from entering the city in an effort to protect residents. Curious to know more? Then click on.