ICE EXPANDING IN ORANGE COUNTY 🚨
Immigration and Customs Enforcement is expanding its presence in the heart of Orange County, raising concerns in immigrant communities.
📍 NEW ICE LOCATIONS
• Irvine: Office park on Main Street (near child care center and John Wayne Airport)
• Santa Ana: Federal building (near a high school)
Irvine's mayor said he was unaware of the expansion, calling it a sign of 'more than a temporary presence.'
💰 ECONOMIC IMPACT — LA COUNTY REPORT
A February 9 report from LA County found:
• 82% of surveyed businesses reported negative impacts
• $3.7 million in losses over three months
• 44% of businesses lost more than half their revenue
• 70% experienced staffing shortages
• Undocumented workers contribute $253.9 billion in total economic output — ~17% of LA County GDP
🇵🇱 WHY THIS MATTERS FOR POLISH COMMUNITY
• Polish immigrants in OC should be aware of increased ICE presence
• Polish-owned businesses employing immigrant workers may be affected
• Know your rights — keep documents accessible
• ICE presence near community spaces affects daily routines
📞 If you need immigration legal help
• CHIRLA Hotline: (213) 353-1333
• National Immigration Law Center: (213) 639-3900
Stay informed, stay prepared.
Sources: OC Register, Fox LA, LA County DEO
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