LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Los Angeles County Chair Pro Tem and First District Supervisor Hilda L. Solis issued the following statement today in response to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity in Los Angeles:

“Today’s immigration sweeps across the First District in downtown Los Angeles, Westlake, and Cypress Park are deeply disturbing. The individuals detained are hardworking Angelenos who contribute to our local economy and labor force every day. It is also horrifying that ICE targeted Skid Row to intimidate some of our most vulnerable residents. Trump said he would go after criminals, not innocent hardworking people contributing to our economy and supporting their families.

These are difficult times that have our communities fearful and concerned by these federal immigration actions. As we continue to hear from community organizers exercising their rights to speak out, it is vital we all remain safe and calm in assessing the needs of those impacted. Los Angeles County remains committed to standing with our immigrant communities, providing support through our Office of Immigrant Affairs and our network of nonprofit partners.”