Congresswoman Maxine Waters Blocked from Seeing Detained Union Leader

Congresswoman Maxine Waters Denied Entry to Federal Building While Attempting to Visit Detained Union Leader Los Angeles, CA – July 9, 2025 – Congresswoman Maxine Waters was prevented from entering a federal building in Los Angeles today where David Huerta, president of the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 1000, is being held by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The incident, captured on video, shows Waters attempting to gain access to the building and speaking with authorities. After being denied entry, Waters spoke to reporters, expressing her concern about Huerta's detention and the lack of information provided to her and her caucus. "They need to let auntie in there!" Waters stated, referring to her desire to check on Huerta's welfare. She also expressed her uncertainty about the reasons behind Huerta's arrest. "I don't know why he was targeted. I don't know what they're doing with him. I want to report back to my caucus about this," she added. The video of the incident has quickly gained traction on social media, sparking discussion about the rights of elected officials to access individuals detained by federal agencies. The incident underscores broader concerns about transparency and due process within the immigration system. Further investigation is needed to determine the full circumstances surrounding Huerta's arrest and the reasons for denying Congresswoman Waters access to the federal building.