United Voices: How Black Leaders Champion Immigrant Rights Despite Media Overshadowing

Recently, President Donald Trump deployed federal troops to Los Angeles and intensified ICE actions across Southern California, prompting Assemblymember Tina McKinnor (D-Inglewood) to respond. As chair of the Los Angeles County Legislative Delegation, she spearheaded a press conference attended by over 30 lawmakers condemning these “unconstitutional actions.” “Mr. President, stop instilling fear and violence in L.A. County,” McKinnor asserted. “We are a resilient community, and we refuse to be intimidated.” McKinnor called for peaceful resistance, declaring, “Calm is our strength.” Despite perceptions of silence among Black leaders, figures like Assemblymember Isaac Bryan (D-Ladera Heights) have confronted these issues vocally. He criticized ICE’s presence, highlighting its impact on families and communities. Other leaders, including State Superintendent Tony Thurmond and Assemblymember Mia Bonta, stressed the importance of safety for all residents. They condemned ICE’s operations, emphasizing that civil rights violations concern everyone. This is not merely an immigrant issue; it’s a fundamental civil rights matter affecting all Californians.