Cudahy Vice Mayor Faces Backlash Over Controversial Comments on Gangs and Immigration Raids
Cynthia Gonzalez, Cudahy's vice mayor, is under scrutiny for suggesting gangs intervene in immigration raids, prompting calls for her resignation from police unions.
California vice mayor calls for GANGS to defend their ‘hood’ from ICE
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Overview
- Cynthia Gonzalez, vice mayor of Cudahy, suggested that street gangs intervene against ICE raids, sparking significant backlash.
- The Los Angeles Police Protective League is demanding her resignation and possible prosecution for inciting gang violence.
- Gonzalez questioned the absence of gang protests against immigration raids, raising concerns about local officials' roles in immigration issues.
- The city of Cudahy stated that Gonzalez's comments reflect her personal views and do not represent the city's official stance.
- The incident highlights ongoing tensions between local officials, law enforcement, and community safety regarding immigration enforcement.
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Cynthia Gonzalez posted a video on social media in which she appeared to call on street gangs to organize and intervene against ICE immigration raids, questioning why gang members were not protesting the raids and urging them to protect their turf and people.
The city of Cudahy stated that the comments made by Vice Mayor Gonzalez reflect her personal views and do not represent the official position of the city. The city has not provided further comment on the matter.
The Los Angeles Police Protective League has demanded Vice Mayor Cynthia Gonzalez's resignation and potential prosecution, accusing her of inciting gang violence.
According to reports, the vice mayor was allegedly being investigated by federal authorities over whether she called on street gangs to use violence against federal immigration agents. However, the FBI has neither confirmed nor denied the investigation, consistent with agency policy.
Cynthia Gonzalez is the vice mayor of Cudahy and has a background in education, holding advanced degrees including a doctorate. She has worked as a teacher, coordinator, and school principal in various Los Angeles communities, and currently supports pilot schools in LAUSD. She is committed to creating safe and healthy communities for students and families.
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