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Fact Check: Karen Bass, the mayor of Los Angeles, stated on June 13, 2023, that it is her job to protect everyone in the city, regardless of their immigration status.

Fact Check: Karen Bass, the mayor of Los Angeles, stated on June 13, 2023, that it is her job to protect everyone in the city, regardless of their immigration status.

June 15, 2025•by TruthOrFake AI
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# Fact Check: "Karen Bass, the mayor of Los Angeles, stated on June 13, 2023, that it is her job to protect everyone in the city, regardless of their ...

Fact Check: "Karen Bass, the mayor of Los Angeles, stated on June 13, 2023, that it is her job to protect everyone in the city, regardless of their immigration status."

What We Know

On June 13, 2023, Mayor Karen Bass of Los Angeles made statements regarding her role in protecting the city's residents amid rising tensions related to federal immigration enforcement actions. In her remarks, she expressed her commitment to the safety of all residents, emphasizing that Los Angeles is a city of immigrants. She stated, “As Mayor of a proud city of immigrants, who contribute to our city in so many ways, I am deeply angered by what has taken place” in reference to recent ICE actions that have caused fear within the community (source-2).

Bass's statements were made in the context of a broader discussion about public safety and the rights of individuals to protest peacefully. She has also been in contact with immigrant rights organizations, indicating her administration's commitment to support these communities during times of distress (source-1).

Analysis

The claim that Mayor Bass stated it is her job to protect everyone in the city, regardless of their immigration status, is partially true. While she did not explicitly use the phrase "regardless of their immigration status" in the statements reviewed, her comments strongly imply a commitment to the safety of all residents, including undocumented immigrants. The context of her statements reflects a clear stance against federal immigration enforcement actions that create fear among immigrant communities (source-2).

However, the lack of direct phrasing in her statements leaves room for interpretation. The mayor's focus was more on the broader implications of safety and community support rather than an explicit declaration of her role in protecting undocumented individuals. This nuance is important when evaluating the accuracy of the claim.

The sources used in this analysis are credible, coming from official statements by Mayor Bass and reputable news outlets. The statements reflect her official position and are consistent with her public persona as a proponent of immigrant rights. However, it is essential to note that the interpretation of her statements can vary based on political perspectives, which may introduce bias in how they are perceived (source-3).

Conclusion

The claim that Mayor Karen Bass stated it is her job to protect everyone in the city, regardless of their immigration status, is partially true. While she did not explicitly use that phrasing, her statements convey a commitment to the safety and protection of all residents, including those without legal immigration status. The context of her remarks suggests a protective stance, but the absence of direct language leaves some ambiguity.

Sources

  1. Statement from Mayor Karen Bass Regarding Recent Clashes
  2. Mayor Bass Issues Statement Following Reports of ICE Action
  3. Immigration Protests Live Updates: Marines Take Over
  4. LA mayor Karen Bass on ICE raids: 'We're a test case for...'
  5. L.A. Mayor’s Big Move on Protests to Keep Trump Away
  6. Mayor Karen Bass, other regional mayors address 'reckless...'
  7. L.A. protests: National Guard deployed as Trump opposes...
  8. 'You don't know if you'll return home': Immigration raids...

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