DHS: 10,000+ arrests in Los Angeles since June
DHS says its enforcement surge in Los Angeles has resulted in over 10,000 arrests since June despite anti-ICE protests and riots that included assaults on officers and Molotov cocktails. Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin cited sanctuary‑policy pushback from California officials but said operations continued, listing arrestees with convictions for homicide, kidnapping, rape, and child sex offenses.
📌 Key Facts
- Over 10,000 arrests in Los Angeles since June 2025, per DHS
- DHS cites violent riots and interference; California enacted limits on enforcement at schools, hospitals, and courthouses
- Named arrestees include offenders with homicide, kidnapping, rape, and child sex assault convictions
📊 Relevant Data
Undocumented immigrants in the United States are 37.1% less likely to be convicted of a crime compared to native-born Americans.
Immigrants less likely to commit crimes than U.S.-born — NPR
Studies show no correlation between sanctuary city policies and increased crime rates; in fact, sanctuary jurisdictions often have lower crime rates.
UNM research shows no correlation between sanctuary cities and crime — University of New Mexico News
In Los Angeles County, the unauthorized immigrant population is approximately 1,101,000, with 48% from Mexico, 18% from Guatemala, and 15% from El Salvador, representing about 11% of the county's total population of around 9.7 million.
Profile of the Unauthorized Population: Los Angeles County, California — Migration Policy Institute
Fear of deportation acts as a deterrent, contributing to lower crime rates among undocumented immigrants compared to native-born citizens.
Sociological Research Reveals How Immigrants Can Reduce Crime — American Sociological Association