Mexico's President Condemns Violence at LA Immigration Protests, Urges Due Process in US Raids

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum on Friday called on U.S. authorities to ensure that all immigration procedures are conducted in adherence to due process, within a framework of respect for human dignity and the rule of law. She made the statement in response to recent immigration arrests and subsequent protests in Los Angeles. "In this sense, we make a respectful, but firm call to United States authorities for all immigration procedures to be carried out in adherence to due process, within a framework of respect for human dignity and the rule of law," Sheinbaum said. She also condemned the violence that occurred during the protests. "We do not agree with violent actions as a form of protest," she said. The Mexican government reiterated its unwavering commitment to the protection and defense of the human rights of Mexicans living overseas, regardless of their immigration status. Sheinbaum's statement highlights the ongoing tensions between Mexico and the U.S. over immigration policy and underscores the importance of upholding human rights during enforcement actions.