City of West Hollywood | Official City Statement

The City of West Hollywood condemns recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids in the City of Los Angeles and other neighboring cities. These raids are disruptive, discriminatory, and deeply destabilizing. These hostile actions target our region's immigrant families, instill fear in our neighborhoods, and erode our collective trust in the federal government's obligation to adhere to the rule of law and due process.

Furthermore, President Trump's unilateral decision to federalize and deploy 2,000 California National Guard troops is unnecessary. This unprecedented action of military force sets a dangerous precedent and escalates tensions.

Our immigrant communities are not threats - they are integral to the social, cultural, and economic fabric of our region, our state, and our nation. The City of West Hollywood will not stand by as intimidation replaces dignity, nor will we remain silent as families are torn apart.

We stand with our neighboring cities in speaking out against these inhumane ICE raids and the aggressive tactics used to target immigrant communities. We must all work together to protect human rights.

West Hollywood has long served as a safe haven for LGBTQ+ people, immigrants, and other marginalized communities. We will continue to oppose actions by the federal government that threaten the rights and safety of our community members. We remain steadfast in our commitment to human rights, equality, and inclusion for all.

Information is power: The Los Angeles County Office of Immigrant Affairs (OIA) provides an online 'Know Your Rights' resource hub for immigrant communities and providers to understand their rights and identify important local resources. Please visit https://oia.lacounty.gov/kyr/ for important information for immigrant communities.