When I think about ICE raids and mass deportations in the U.S., it honestly breaks my heart. These aren’t just “operations” or “policies,”, they're real moments that tear families apart. Imagine being a kid and coming home from school to find out your mom or dad is gone. Imagine living every day with fear in your chest, not knowing if today’s the day someone knocks on your door and takes away someone you love

"ICE out of LA!" -This chant is prominent at protests in Los Angeles.

“Shame! We are not the enemy! We are the people!” -Protesters’ signs and chants

"Now they know that they cannot go to anywhere in this country where our people are, and try to kidnap our workers, our people - they cannot do that without an organized and fierce resistance." -R. G., LA Protestor

“Tasted a little tear gas— tasted like fascism.” -Acyn Torabi, Senior Digital Editor for Meidas Touch

"ICE initiated enforcement actions on several workplaces. That created a sense of chaos, outrage, fear, and terror because people are very worried as to what happened to their families." -Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass

“War on brown people" -Los Angeles Vice Mayor Cynthia Gonzalez

“Growing up in LA, I’ve seen how deeply immigrants are woven into the fabric of this city. They are our neighbors, friends, classmates, coworkers, and family. No matter where you fall politically, it’s clear that our communities thrive because of the contributions of immigrants. We can’t turn a blind eye when fear and injustice keep people from living their lives freely and safely…. There HAS to be a BETTER way.” -Kim Kardashian

“The situation in Los Angeles has calmed down after what a county official called “probably one of the most volatile nights” in the city. CNN witnessed police using flash-bangs and tear gas to disperse crowds, with some hitting protesters, as well as protesters setting self-driving cars on fire. Police have declared all of Downtown Los Angeles an unlawful assembly area after arresting dozens over the weekend.”