The Los Angeles Dodgers have announced a $1 million commitment to support immigrant families affected by recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids in Southern California. The announcement came on Friday, following an incident where federal agents were denied entry to Dodger Stadium’s parking lots on Thursday.
The Dodgers, in partnership with the City of Los Angeles, aim to provide direct financial assistance to families impacted by the ongoing immigration enforcement activities. The team plans to reveal additional community efforts in the coming days. The ICE raids, ordered by President Donald Trump, have led to increased tensions and protests in the region. California Governor Gavin Newsom has condemned the deployment of National Guard troops to Los Angeles, calling it an “illegal militarization” of the city.
On Thursday, federal agents, reportedly from Customs and Border Protection (CBP), were seen at Dodger Stadium. The Dodgers denied them access to the parking lots, stating that the agents’ presence was unrelated to any enforcement operation. ICE has denied being at the stadium, while CBP vehicles were reportedly there due to a car malfunction.
The presence of federal agents has sparked protests, with demonstrators gathering outside the stadium to voice their opposition to the raids. Dodgers player Kiké Hernández expressed his frustration on social media, stating, “This is my second home. And I cannot stand to see our community being violated, profiled, abused, and ripped apart.”
The Dodgers’ decision to support immigrant families comes as Los Angeles remains on edge due to the intensified ICE activity. The team, known for its large Latino fan base, is expected to play a significant role in assisting those affected by the raids.
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