Federal agents opened fire during a Los Angeles immigration operation Tuesday after a suspect rammed federal vehicles, injuring a U.S. Marshal and an illegal immigrant. The incident occurred as part of an enforcement effort targeting an illegal alien who had previously escaped custody. Both individuals were hospitalized and are expected to survive. The shooting followed heavy criticism from Los Angeles officials over federal immigration raids and the Trump administration’s policies.
Officials in the region have criticized the recent immigration enforcement actions, with Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass calling for a congressional investigation into alleged unlawful detentions. DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaugh, blaming ‘sanctuary jurisdictions’ for attacks on immigration authorities, cited a significant rise in assaults against law enforcement. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors declared a state of emergency due to the disruptions caused by federal raids, which have also led to the closure of some businesses. The U.S. Supreme Court recently allowed immigration raids to resume, prompting continued enforcement efforts.