Long Beach Joins Lawsuit Against ICE Raids in LA County

City of Long Beach Joins ACLU Lawsuit

• 🏛️ The Long Beach City Council voted unanimously to join a class-action lawsuit filed by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU).
• ⚖️ The lawsuit, filed against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), demands an immediate stop to alleged unlawful immigration raids in Los Angeles County.

Allegations Against ICE

• 🎯 The ACLU alleges that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is carrying out unconstitutional raids targeting people based on their race and ethnicity.
• ⛓️ Concerns are raised about immigrants being held in inhumane conditions, denied food and legal counsel.
• 🚫 The lawsuit claims these actions are an effort to meet certain arrest quotas.

DHS Response and ICE Actions

• ❌ DHS denies the claims, calling accusations of racial profiling "disgusting and categorically false."
• 📈 Since June 6th, ICE has arrested approximately 1500 immigrants across Southern California, including day laborers, car wash workers, farm workers, and vendors.

Community Support and Legal Rulings

• ❤️ Long Beach residents express pride in the city's decision, emphasizing its commitment to inclusiveness and welcoming.
• 💰 The city is raising money through its "Neighbors Supporting Neighbors" fund to support families directly impacted by the raids.
• 🚨 This action follows a federal court ruling that found ongoing raids in LA to be likely unconstitutional, issuing two temporary restraining orders against ICE activity in LA County.