Federal immigration raids in Los Angeles are pushing immigrant renters to the brink of eviction. A new report by The Rent Brigade reveals that ICE enforcement operations since June have slashed incomes for vendors and low-wage workers, leaving many unable to pay rent. Advocates warn that without urgent protections, LA faces a housing crisis fueled by fear and displacement.
Street Vendors Hit Hard
In the San Fernando Valley, Juana, a 57-year-old street vendor, said she stopped selling tamales for weeks after ICE raids began. “It scared us, and we stopped selling food for two weeks,” she explained. Many customers also avoid public spaces, leading to a drastic fall in business. Juana has returned to vending but said she now…..