Statement from Arnulfo De La Cruz, President of SEIU Local 2015, on the Detainment of David Huerta

Press Contact:
Mara Ortenburger, marao@seiu2015.org, 510-410-2997
June 7, 2025
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Yesterday and today, ICE carried out aggressive raids throughout Los Angeles, terrorizing our immigrant communities and abducting dozens of community members. SEIU California President David Huerta was assaulted, injured, and detained while peacefully observing. 

Let’s be clear: the right to monitor law enforcement activity is protected by the First Amendment. SEIU Local 2015 stands in unwavering solidarity with David and our immigrant siblings. We will not be intimidated. Our fight for dignity, safety, and freedom for all workers continues, louder and stronger.

Call the Senate at 1-833-312-1711 and demand they fight to free David and stop ICE raids.

Arnulfo De La Cruz
President, SEIU Local 2015

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SEIU Local 2015 is the largest union in California, representing more than half a million long-term care workers (home care, skilled nursing facility, and assisted living center workers) throughout the state. Its members are as diverse as the state’s population but united in their commitment to caring for California’s older adults and those with disabilities.