

BONUS: LA ICE Raids, Protests and Immigration Justice feat. Hugo Soto-Martinez
10 snips Jun 21, 2025
Hugo Soto-Martinez, an LA City Councilmember, dives into the challenges posed by ICE raids in Los Angeles and the community's resilient response. He highlights the emotional toll on families facing deportation and critiques federal actions in sanctuary cities. The conversation also touches on empowering immigrant workers through union solidarity and the push for a higher minimum wage in the tourism sector. Soto-Martinez encourages collective action against authoritarianism, drawing on historical movements for inspiration.
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ICE Raids as Federal Takeover
- ICE raids in Los Angeles are widespread and unpredictable, aggressively targeting neighborhoods daily.
- This federal action feels like a takeover, severely undermining the city's sovereignty.
Dodger Stadium Raid and Protests
- ICE staged at Dodger Stadium but left after community protests and LAPD intervention.
- Their presence continues across neighborhoods, causing tension and fear.
Community Fear and Paralysis
- ICE raids cause widespread fear, anger, and community paralysis.
- Ethnic enclaves resemble ghost towns as people avoid normal activities due to fear.