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LIVE: Anti-ICE protest at Dodger Stadium

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ICE raids have been conducted at a number of locations in the Los Angeles area. The raid sites include a Home Depot in Hollywood and another Home Depot in San Fernando. ICE agents have also spotted outside Dodger Stadium.


Location: 1000 Vin Scully Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA

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