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ICE Detains Over a Dozen Day Laborers at Pomona Home Depot

Federal immigration action captured on video has drawn condemnation from community leaders and immigrant rights groups, while local police deny involvement.

Immigration officers detain day laborers outside a Home Depot in Pomona on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
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Overview

  • Federal agents detained more than a dozen day laborers Tuesday morning at a Home Depot parking lot in Pomona, California, according to witnesses and video footage.
  • L.A. County Supervisor Hilda Solis reported that 15 to 20 individuals were detained and directed county offices to provide support and resources to those affected.
  • The Pomona Police Department confirmed the ICE operation but stated it had no prior knowledge or involvement, emphasizing its policy against participating in immigration enforcement.
  • Immigrant rights organizations, including the Pomona Economic Opportunity Center, condemned the raid, asserting that seeking employment is not a crime and urging vigilance against similar actions.
  • ICE has not provided specific details about the operation, citing high volumes of information requests, while advocacy groups continue to offer legal support and educate residents on their rights.