Federal authorities arrested 36 Chinese and Taiwanese nationals during a recent ICE raid on an illegal underground nightclub in Los Angeles, highlighting ongoing immigration enforcement efforts. The operation, conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), targeted a venue suspected of operating without proper licenses and employing individuals without legal work authorization.
The raid occurred in the early hours of the morning, with ICE agents executing a search warrant at the unlicensed establishment. According to officials, the club had been under surveillance following reports of illicit activities and employment of unauthorized workers. The 36 individuals taken into custody are now undergoing processing for potential immigration violations.
ICE emphasized that such operations are part of a broader strategy to enforce immigration laws and ensure public safety. The agency stated that businesses operating outside legal parameters not only exploit vulnerable populations but also pose risks to community well-being.
The arrested individuals are currently in ICE custody, and their cases will be reviewed to determine appropriate legal actions.
