L.A. Mayor Blames Trump for Anti-ICE Protest Violence

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass Condemns Anti-ICE Protest Violence, Blames Trump Administration Los Angeles, CA – Mayor Karen Bass strongly condemned the violence that erupted during recent anti-ICE protests in the city. In a press conference, she described the situation as "unacceptable" while directly criticizing the Trump administration for its role in escalating the unrest. The protests followed a series of raids targeting undocumented immigrants. "If we want to look at the cause of what is happening here, I take it back to raids that took place on Friday," Mayor Bass stated, highlighting the fear and uncertainty among Los Angeles residents. "Families across the city are terrified that they don't know if they should go to work, they don't know if they should go to school." She also expressed concern over the lack of legal representation and contact with families for those detained. The administration initially framed the raids as a crime-fighting initiative, targeting violent felons and drug dealers. However, Mayor Bass questioned this narrative, pointing to footage showing individuals running through parking lots in fear of arrest. The mayor's comments underscore the complex issues surrounding immigration enforcement and its impact on communities. The situation remains tense, but Mayor Bass's direct address provides a crucial perspective on the events and their impact on the city's residents.