The Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, agents became the center of a drama outside Dodger Stadium on June 19.
According to reports, masked feds arrived at one of the entrances of the stadium. This comes amid ongoing protests against immigration raids in Los Angeles.
Right before the Dodgers-Padres game, approximately 100 protesters flocked to the stadium. The crowd demanded the organization make a statement regarding its stance on the escalating immigration crisis.
The government has already declared a stern stance on the situation regarding undocumented immigrants. And on the backdrop of all this, MLB fans are now booing the Dodgers’ management for not saying a word on the matter.
ICE agents attempted to enter Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles ahead of the game, but were denied entry. pic.twitter.com/pU4J1tfTCb
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Despite some reports confirming the presence of ICE agents at the scene, ICE asserted that their agents were “never there.” However, the Department of Homeland Security confirmed that masked agents affiliated with Customs and Border Patrol were nearby.
However, the majority of the protesters believed that the Dodgers had a responsibility to address the ongoing situation affecting immigrant communities.
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Police were dispatched to manage the situation, redirecting traffic and attempting to maintain order. Things got a little chippy outside Dodger Stadium as demonstrators blocked intersections and momentarily halted the flow of vehicles.
Kike Hernandez Only Dodger To Openly Speak On ICE’s Action In LA
In the wake of the recent immigration raids in Los Angeles, the Dodgers are planning to announce their support for immigrants affected by these actions.
This will mark their first official response, and it’s significant considering the team’s large Latino fanbase. Dodgers player Kike Hernandez even took to Instagram to voice his concerns.
Hernandez expressed his sadness and anger over what’s happening in the community he loves. He shared heartfelt messages about the challenges faced by families in the area.
The increased ICE activity is part of a broader immigration enforcement strategy under the Trump administration. However, it has also sparked a wave of protests. In response to the unrest, the President has even sent military personnel to support federal efforts in the area.
Currently, the administration has signaled that it will continue with workplace enforcement operations and aim to prioritize actions against criminal activity. Amid all this, many in the community are hoping for compassion and understanding as they face these tough challenges.
