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Immigration raids in Los Angeles hit small business owners: 'It's worse than COVID'
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, JUN 19 – ICE raids in Southern California have caused widespread fear among immigrant workers and led to a steep decline in economic activity, with some businesses reporting revenue drops over 70%, experts say.
- Immigration and Customs Enforcement began raids over a week ago targeting undocumented workers at Los Angeles businesses and markets, causing disruptions.
- These raids follow President Trump's social media pledge for the largest mass deportation program focused on criminals violating U.S. immigration laws and led to widespread immigrant fear.
- Business owners like Mr. Ibarra report drastically fewer customers, empty markets, early closures, and spoiled goods as workers stay home to avoid enforcement actions.
- Mr. Ibarra said, "It's pretty much a ghost town," and warned, "We can only last so long like this," reflecting severe financial strain.
- Experts urge companies to prepare clear protocols, offer legal support, and address employee stress amid continuing uncertainty and community fear of deportation.
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