Mayor Karen Bass accuses Trump of waging 'an all out assault on Los Angeles'
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Mayor Karen Bass responded to the DOJ lawsuit against Los Angeles, describing it as an attack by President Trump. She emphasized that the city will not yield to pressure regarding its sanctuary policies. Bass criticized the aggressive tactics of federal agents, claiming they are randomly detaining individuals in a broad effort to meet immigration enforcement quotas. The lawsuit alleges that the city's policies exacerbate illegal immigration and lead to disorder during protests. Despite this federal challenge, Bass expressed determination to uphold the city’s policies and protect its residents.
Mayor Karen Bass condemned the Department of Justice's lawsuit as an "all out assault on Los Angeles," asserting that federal agents engage in indiscriminate detentions of U.S. citizens and immigrants.
Bass criticized the federal immigration crackdown, stating federal agents have been "randomly grabbing people" and have cast a "wide net" to meet detainment quotas.
The lawsuit from the Department of Justice claims L.A.'s sanctuary policies hinder the federal response to illegal immigration, suggesting they encourage disorder during protests.
Bass articulated her defiance against federal pressure, emphasizing that she and other leaders will not be intimidated by the legal actions of the Trump administration.
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