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Deportation Amidst Riots: A Christ-like Response?

 

 

TL;DR

The White House is deporting 330 immigrants arrested during recent LA riots. Jesus would call for both justice for lawbreakers and compassion for all, echoing biblical commands to love neighbors and care for foreigners, while upholding the law of the land.

 

What's Happening

In the wake of recent unrest in Los Angeles, the White House has announced that approximately 330 immigrants, detained since last Friday in connection with the riots, will face deportation. These arrests are part of broader immigration enforcement efforts, with officials stating that those apprehended were involved in criminal activity during the disturbances. The administration emphasized its commitment to upholding law and order and addressing illegal immigration, a stance consistent with previous federal actions regarding undocumented individuals who commit crimes.

 

Cited

• https://www.latimes.com/politics/story/2025-06-11/330-immigrants-detained-in-l-a-since-friday-white-house-spokeswoman-says
• https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/5345521-trump-ice-raids-arrests-immigrants/
• https://www.arcamax.com/currentnews/newsheadlines/s-3739760
• https://www.theepochtimes.com/us/white-house-says-330-illegal-immigrants-arrested-during-la-riots-will-be-deported-5871322
• https://www.counton2.com/news/national-news/white-house-says-330-immigrants-arrests-in-l-a-since-friday/

 

What Would Jesus Do? (maybe)*

In examining the situation, Jesus would likely emphasize both justice and compassion. While the Bible calls for obedience to governing authorities (Romans 13:1-2), it also champions love for one's neighbor and care for the vulnerable, including foreigners and strangers. "The foreigner residing among you must be treated as your native-born. Love them as yourself, for you were foreigners in Egypt. I am the Lord your God" (Leviticus 19:34). Jesus himself stated, "For I was hungry and you gave Me food; I was thirsty and you gave Me drink; I was a stranger and you took Me in" (Matthew 25:35). Therefore, while acknowledging the need for order and accountability for criminal acts, Jesus would also call for a merciful approach, considering the underlying causes of unrest and offering opportunities for redemption and support for all, regardless of their immigration status, as long as they are not breaking the law.

 

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