San Francisco, CA — The Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) has sharply criticized recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations targeting immigrant families and peaceful protestors, calling the tactics an “egregious escalation.” The organization also condemned President Trump’s unilateral decision to deploy National Guard troops to Los Angeles without consulting California Governor Gavin Newsom.
In recent weeks, ICE agents have arrested families—including children—outside courthouses in San Antonio, Texas, following scheduled immigration hearings. Advocates report a pattern of destabilizing enforcement actions nationwide. Over the weekend, ICE agents allegedly used tear gas and force against demonstrators in Los Angeles protesting the arrests. Among those detained was SEIU California President David Huerta, who was documenting the confrontations.
The ILRC warns of an alarming militarization of immigration enforcement, with local law enforcement and federal agencies like the FBI assisting ICE in raids. The group argues that deploying the National Guard against civilians represents another abuse of power, diverting resources to accelerate deportations.
“The Constitution guarantees due process to everyone in the U.S., regardless of immigration status,” the ILRC stated. “This administration is criminalizing efforts to protect our communities while normalizing cruelty.”
The organization reiterated its stance that all immigrants deserve dignity and fair treatment, condemning the billions spent on ICE operations instead of education, housing, and healthcare. “When public funds prioritize people over persecution, our communities thrive,” the statement read.
The ILRC urged local leaders to adopt sanctuary policies, resist federal overreach, and block resources enabling mass detentions. “Elected officials must actively oppose Trump’s deportation agenda—silence is complicity,” the group said.
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