Summary
Los Angeles County officials are planning to vote on declaring a state of emergency to support residents affected by federal immigration raids. This declaration could enable the county to offer financial help like rent relief to those impacted and potentially lead to an eviction moratorium. The decision comes amid ongoing raids in the area as part of President Trump's immigration policies.
Key Facts
- Los Angeles County will vote on declaring a state of emergency due to federal immigration raids.
- If passed, the emergency declaration would allow for rent relief and legal aid.
- An online portal for rent assistance applications would be set up within two months.
- The measure may lead to an eviction moratorium, but a separate decision is needed.
- Immigration raids have led to detentions at public places and included some U.S. citizens.
- The county board had earlier voted 4-1 to propose the emergency declaration.
- There are concerns among landlords about the economic impact on housing providers.
- Los Angeles has been a focus of immigration enforcement under President Trump's administration.
