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Sheinbaum Condemns Violence in Los Angeles Protests Over U.S. Immigration Raids

Sheinbaum vowed continued consular visits to U.S. detention centers to safeguard Mexicans arrested during enforcement actions.

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum attends a press conference, following U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of auto industry tariffs, at the National Palace, in Mexico City, Mexico April 3, 2025. REUTERS/Henry Romero/File Photo
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Overview

  • Groups of demonstrators gathered in Los Angeles over the weekend to protest U.S. immigration raids under President Trump’s administration.
  • Several protesters resorted to violence, burning police cars and scuffling with officers in multiple neighborhoods.
  • President Sheinbaum publicly denounced the violent actions as provocations and called on Mexican communities to maintain peaceful demonstrations.
  • Mexican Foreign Minister Juan Ramon de la Fuente confirmed that 42 nationals are held in four Los Angeles detention centers and four have been deported.
  • Sheinbaum pledged ongoing consular oversight of detainees, noting that the majority were arrested while working.