LAPD Chief Vows to Shield Immigrants from Trump's Mass Deportation Plans

Jim McDonnell emphasizes community trust and non-enforcement of immigration laws as Los Angeles strengthens its sanctuary city status.

New LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell reaffirms the department's long-standing policy of not enforcing immigration laws under Special Order 40, in place since 1979.
McDonnell is collaborating with Mexican and Central American consulates to draft plans and create informational videos aimed at alleviating immigrant community concerns.
President-elect Donald Trump has announced plans for mass deportations, starting with criminally convicted undocumented immigrants and those with existing deportation orders.
Los Angeles officially became a sanctuary city last month, prohibiting the use of city resources for immigration enforcement.
McDonnell highlights the importance of maintaining public trust and ensuring immigrant communities feel safe reporting crimes or serving as witnesses.