💨 Abstract

Paramount, a small city in southern Los Angeles County, California, was a focal point of protests against ICE raids and immigration policies in 2025. The city, deeply rooted in Latino culture, saw clashes between authorities and protesters, leading to violent incidents and arrests. The conflict escalated after federal immigration agents detained multiple individuals, prompting Governor Gavin Newsom to criticize the use of National Guard troops in the region.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff