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Ongoing Fallout from ICE Raids and Protests
Tensions persist in the Los Angeles area following several days of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids and subsequent protests. City officials imposed an overnight curfew covering a one-square-mile zone in downtown Los Angeles to curb vandalism, with the area remaining calm after lifting at 6 a.m. Wednesday.
Charges Filed Against Protest Participants
Federal prosecutors have charged two men, Emiliano Galvez and Wrackkie Quiogue, with possession of an unregistered destructive device for allegedly attempting to throw Molotov cocktails at police during the protests. Additionally, the L.A. district attorney has reported that five more individuals face criminal charges related to the ongoing demonstrations.
Local Leaders Call for Action
L.A. Mayor Karen Bass, joined by mayors from other Southern California cities, urged an end to ICE raids and the withdrawal of federal troops on Tuesday, highlighting growing community concerns.
Key Developments and Incidents
- An immigrant, Omar Pulido Bastida, 41, faces a felony charge for allegedly spitting on an ICE officer during a warrant execution, with a potential eight-year prison sentence. The incident involved Bastida spitting through an iron gate, prompting forced entry by ICE officials.
- Authorities reported 225 arrests in Los Angeles Tuesday night, with earlier curfew enforcement leading to the dispersal of crowds and additional detentions.
- A recent crash in Boyle Heights resulted in the arrest of a man by federal agents.
Military Presence and Training
Approximately 700 Marines are currently undergoing civil disturbance training at Naval Weapons Station Seal Beach in Orange County, led by Maj. Gen. Scott Sherman. While 2,000 National Guard troops are already deployed in downtown areas to safeguard federal buildings amid violent protests against President Trump’s immigration policies, Sherman refrained from predicting when the Marines might join them. Another 2,000 Guard soldiers are stationed at Joint Forces Training Base in Los Alamitos, focusing on protecting federal personnel and agencies.
Escalating Protests and Timeline
The unrest began with ICE raids in downtown Los Angeles, sparking days of protests that have since spread across California and beyond. Migrant communities, already anxious due to the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown, have fueled the demonstrations, with a video timeline illustrating the conflict’s progression.
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