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Federal Immigration Operation in MacArthur Park Sparks Outcry, Mayor Bass Condemns Tactics

Federal Immigration Operation in MacArthur Park Sparks Outcry, Mayor Bass Condemns Tactics

Federal Immigration Operation in MacArthur Park Sparks Outcry, Mayor Bass Condemns Tactics A significant federal immigration operation unfolded in Los Angeles’s MacArthur Park yesterday morning, July 8th, drawing widespread condemnation and a direct intervention from Mayor Karen Bass. Federal agents, including mounted units and personnel in tactical gear, deployed across the park, accompanied by Humvees and a Black Hawk helicopter overhead. The highly visible show of force, however, met with an unexpectedly empty park, as social media warnings since Sunday…

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Federal Forces Descend on LA’s MacArthur Park Amidst Immigration Crackdown

Federal Forces Descend on LA’s MacArthur Park Amidst Immigration Crackdown

Federal Forces Descend on LA’s MacArthur Park Amidst Immigration Crackdown Dozens of federal officers and approximately 90 California National Guard members were deployed for about an hour recently to Los Angeles’ MacArthur Park, a neighborhood with a significant immigrant population. The operation, which involved 17 Humvees and tactical vehicles, sparked immediate condemnation from local officials, including Mayor Karen Bass and Governor Gavin Newsom, who labeled it a ‘political stunt’ and ‘spectacle.’ Defense officials stated the troops were present to protect…

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Federal Agents, National Guard Spark Outcry with Surprise MacArthur Park Operation

Federal Agents, National Guard Spark Outcry with Surprise MacArthur Park Operation

Federal Agents, National Guard Spark Outcry with Surprise MacArthur Park Operation Federal agents and California National Guard troops conducted a brief but highly visible operation yesterday in Los Angeles’ MacArthur Park, a historically immigrant-dense neighborhood, drawing immediate and strong condemnation from city officials and residents. The sudden deployment, featuring horseback units, armored vehicles, and heavily armed personnel from agencies like U.S. Border Patrol and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), lasted approximately an hour before abruptly withdrawing. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass,…

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