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ICE Los Angeles Arrests Six Illegal Immigrants in Operation

8/25/2026

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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Los Angeles Field Office Director Thomas Giles led an operation arresting six illegal immigrants.
Giles said California sanctuary policies force ICE officers to make arrests in public spaces, raising danger for officers and residents.
ICE detained 20-year-old Honduran Julio Alberto Aroca-Rodriguez, wanted since a 2019 removal order.
After the arrests, anti-ICE agitators gathered, forcing officers to quickly relocate.

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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Los Angeles Field Office Director Thomas Giles led an operation arresting six illegal immigrants.
Giles said California sanctuary policies force ICE officers to make arrests in public spaces, raising danger for officers and residents.
ICE detained 20-year-old Honduran Julio Alberto Aroca-Rodriguez, wanted since a 2019 removal order.
After the arrests, anti-ICE agitators gathered, forcing officers to quickly relocate.