Over 500 Mexicans Detained in ICE Raids Across Los Angeles in Last Two Months, Consulate Says

A demonstrator lifts an American-Mexican flag in front of U.S. Marines while they stand guard at the Edward R. Roybal Federal and Detention Center building during a protest against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids and the presence of the U.S. military in civilian spaces on July 4, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Credit: Photo by Apu Gomes/Getty Images)

More than 500 Mexican nationals have been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the Los Angeles area since June 6, according to the country's consulate in Los Angeles. Roughly 20% of them—about 100 individuals—have already been deported, said Carlos González Gutiérrez, Mexican Consul in Los Angeles, to Univisión.

The Mexican Consulate has deployed resources to support affected individuals, particularly those who have lived in the United States for many years, the official added. "We are providing financial support to help cover portions of bail and attorney fees for our nationals," González Gutiérrez told the news outlet.