9th Circuit Upholds Block on Aggressive Immigration Raids in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES – The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has affirmed a temporary restraining order that halts aggressive immigration raids by federal agents in Los Angeles.The ruling, announced Friday night, came after a three-judge panel reviewed arguments earlier in the week.
Los angeles Mayor Karen Bass hailed the decision as a significant victory for the city, stating, “The court essentially affirmed the rule of law. This is a victory upholding the Constitution.” she emphasized that the order prevents federal immigration officers from stopping individuals based on their appearance, race, ethnicity, language, presence at certain locations, or type of work. Bass believes this will contribute to peace in the city by stopping roving patrols in Southern california.
This ruling represents a setback for the Trump management’s efforts to increase immigration arrests. Mayor Bass indicated that the administration has the option to appeal the temporary restraining order to the Supreme Court.
Background of the Lawsuit:
The legal challenge originated from a lawsuit filed on July 2nd by Southern California residents, workers, and advocacy groups. the plaintiffs allege that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has been engaged in a program of “abducting and disappearing” community members through unlawful arrest tactics. The suit further claims that detainees have been held in illegal conditions and denied access to legal counsel.The proposed class-action lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles federal court, includes five workers, three membership organizations, and a legal services provider. These plaintiffs contend that DHS has unconstitutionally arrested and detained individuals to meet arbitrary arrest quotas established by the Trump administration.
Source: Information for this report was gathered from a press conference held on August 1, 2025, by LA Mayor Karen Bass.
