Federal Agents Bypass Sanctuary City Rules in Los Angeles Immigration Crackdown

Los Angeles defies sanctuary status as federal agents make arrests. A new federal operation is underway in Los Angeles, targeting illegal immigrants despite the city's sanctuary policies. The operation, spearheaded by US Attorney Bill Essayli, utilizes criminal arrest warrants to circumvent local protections. "With this operation, we're going to be neutralizing California sanctuary state policies," Essayli stated in an exclusive interview with Fox News. The strategy involves a federal task force comprised of ICE, HSI, FBI, DEA, and ATF, actively searching local jails for individuals with prior deportation orders who have re-entered the US. Footage obtained by Fox News shows the arrest of one such individual. This unprecedented approach challenges the limits of sanctuary city policies and sets a precedent for future enforcement actions. While the operation has raised concerns among immigration advocates, federal officials maintain it is a necessary step to uphold the rule of law and address public safety concerns.