California's New Tool for Reporting ICE Actions

California has set up a digital platform for people to share videos, pictures, and other proof of possible misconduct by federal immigration officers. This move comes as part of a broader response to the Trump administration's tough stance on immigration. In recent times, immigration agents have been seen conducting large-scale operations in cities like Los Angeles. These agents, often masked and using firm tactics, have faced criticism from immigrant rights groups. The groups claim that the agents use excessive force and detain people without clear reasons. The Department of Homeland Security, which manages these immigration agents, has not yet responded to requests for comments. However, they have previously stated that their actions are legal and follow Trump's orders to deport undocumented immigrants. Governor Gavin Newsom's office shared on social media that the new portal aims to help people share information. This will allow the state's Department of Justice to keep a record of any potential wrongdoing by federal agents. The goal is to take legal steps to protect the rights of Californians. The portal lists examples of possible unlawful activities by federal agents. These include excessive force, illegal searches or arrests, wrongful detentions, and interference with voting rights. Other states like Illinois and New York have also taken similar steps. Illinois Governor JB Pritzker encouraged residents to record and share videos of federal immigration operations. New York's Attorney General Letitia James also urged the public to submit evidence of immigration raids. People across the U. S. have been using their phones to track and record the activities of immigration agents. This has led to concerns from the Trump administration, which claims that such efforts have increased violence against the agents. In response, tech giants Apple and Alphabet removed apps designed to track immigration agents from their online stores.