Bearing Witness: Six Months of ICE in Los Angeles

December 31, 2025

More than six months into ICE’s occupation of Los Angeles, Building Community brings together local journalists on the front lines to talk honestly about how this moment has impacted our city, and where we go next.

NHMC’s Senior Director, Media & Policy, Felicia Mora, leads this powerful discussion with panelists: Amanda Del Cid Lugo, Ryanne Mena, Brenda Fernanda Verano, and Michelle Zacarias. 

A special thank you to our journalists who have been published in various news outlets such as LA Public Press, CALÓ News, LA Daily News, Los Angeles Blade, L.A. Taco, Southern California News Group, and more.

Check out the episode now! 

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