Huntington Park High School Principal Carlos Garibaldi implemented emergency protocols when rumors of an Immigration raid spread. Though the anticipated fleet headed toward a Home Depot instead, an assembly was successfully alerted by City Councilmember Jonathan Sanabria, who had received advanced notice. The situation reflects the deeper issues facing the predominantly Latino community of Huntington Park, which has transformed demographically and faces ongoing challenges related to immigration policies. With a high percentage of Spanish-speaking households, these events raise concerns about safety and community stability.
The fleet of trucks and vans was speeding up Miles Avenue in front of the school's main building, leading to concerns of an immigration raid.
Jonathan Sanabria received a tip about immigration enforcement arriving and rushed to alert the community, preventing panic during a tense moment.
The June 9 Home Depot raid exemplified the ongoing challenges faced by the predominantly Latino community in Huntington Park, highlighting issues related to immigration and community safety.
Huntington Park, once a hub for blue-collar white families, has undergone significant demographic changes, currently being 97% Latino with substantial foreign-born residents.
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