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DA Hochman Condemns ICE Detention, Demands Accountability

1/18/2026

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On January 13, 2026, a member of Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman’s Office was reportedly wrongfully detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, an incident Hochman described as unacceptable that concerns his office.
Hochman said he has contacted authorities to address the situation and urged respect for community rights.
A Department of Homeland Security spokesperson denied any record of the detention and called racial profiling allegations "FALSE and disgusting."

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On January 13, 2026, a member of Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman’s Office was reportedly wrongfully detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement, an incident Hochman described as unacceptable that concerns his office.
Hochman said he has contacted authorities to address the situation and urged respect for community rights.
A Department of Homeland Security spokesperson denied any record of the detention and called racial profiling allegations "FALSE and disgusting."