Los Angeles is experiencing an unprecedented natural disaster with millions of people forced to make critical decisions about whether or not to leave their homes. Yet, as this very crisis unfolds, we are seeing local news reports that Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is actively targeting and detaining immigrant workers in Bakersfield and the surrounding area, just 100-some miles away from Los Angeles.
These actions are not only sowing fear across the agricultural hub of Kern County — they send a chilling message to immigrants across the greater Los Angeles area.
Join us in calling on President Biden to immediately direct CBP to cease all enforcement actions in Kern County and surrounding areas and to issue a clear statement so communities know they can prioritize safety without fear >>>
