MLB Team Bans ICE

Liberal California Policies Collide with Federal Immigration Enforcement

In a stunning move that highlights the growing divide between federal law enforcement and progressive city leaders, the Los Angeles Dodgers refused entry to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents at Dodger Stadium on Thursday.

According to an official post from the team on social platform X (formerly Twitter), ICE agents arrived at the stadium and were turned away at the gates.

“ICE agents came to Dodger Stadium and requested access to the parking lots. The organization denied their entry. Tonight’s game will proceed as scheduled,” the team posted.

Immigration Raids Trigger Tension in California’s Largest Sanctuary City

The denial comes amid escalating protests across Los Angeles as federal immigration authorities ramp up their efforts to address illegal immigration. Crowds have taken to the streets in what began as demonstrations but have since devolved into violent clashes with police and property damage — a scene all too familiar in many Democrat-run cities.

In response to the chaos, President Donald Trump has deployed members of the National Guard and U.S. Marines to the region to help restore order and enforce federal law. Despite opposition from California Governor Gavin Newsom and local city leaders, many law-abiding residents are applauding the move as a long-overdue return to law and order.

Dodgers Remain Silent as Protests Escalate — Except for One Player

While the Dodgers organization has largely stayed quiet, utility player Kiké Hernández posted on social media expressing opposition to immigration enforcement, saying he “cannot stand to see our community being violated, profiled, abused and ripped apart.”

This sentiment echoes the left-wing activism that has become increasingly common in professional sports, even as many fans voice concern that politics are overshadowing the game.

Homeland Security Responds to Public Outcry

In a statement released Thursday evening, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) denied that the presence of federal vehicles at the stadium was tied to any active enforcement operation.

“This had nothing to do with the Dodgers,” a DHS spokesperson said. “CBP vehicles were in the stadium parking lot very briefly, unrelated to any operation or enforcement.”

Conservative Critics Blast Dodgers for Siding Against Federal Law

The Dodgers’ decision to deny entry to ICE agents has sparked backlash from patriotic Americans who see this as another example of California institutions putting illegal immigrants ahead of national security. The incident is drawing renewed attention to the dangers of sanctuary city policies, which critics argue shield criminal aliens from prosecution and endanger U.S. citizens.

As Los Angeles becomes a flashpoint in the national immigration debate, Americans are watching closely to see whether federal authority will be respected—or resisted—on U.S. soil.