Protesters Call on Target to Denounce Immigration Enforcement Actions
A group of protesters staged demonstrations at Target stores in USC Village and Hollywood, calling on the retailer to denounce immigration enforcement actions. The protesters chanted "ICE out of Target" as they marched through the USC Village location, where they remained for about 20 minutes under the watch of store security. A similar protest took place at a Target store in Hollywood, with demonstrators urging the company to speak out against immigration actions in Minnesota, where Target is headquartered.
The protesters demanded that ICE and other immigration agents be barred from Target properties and expressed solidarity with Minnesotans who are advocating for federal immigration agents to leave the state. Target clarified that it does not have any agreements with ICE or other immigration agencies and highlighted its commitment to giving back 5% of profits to the communities it serves. The demonstrations ended peacefully without disrupting store operations.
In conclusion, the protesters called on Target to take a public stand against immigration enforcement actions and prevent ICE and other immigration agents from entering their stores. The demonstrations aimed to show support for communities affected by immigration actions and to urge Target to align with their values.