China, Philippines issue safety advisories for citizens amid LA protests

China and the Philippines have issued safety advisories via their Los Angeles consulates, warning their citizens to remain alert amid demonstrations over federal immigration raids that led President Donald Trump to deploy 2,000 National Guard personnel over the weekend.

China instructed its citizens to avoid large gatherings, solo nighttime outings and places with poor security conditions. It also recommended tracking government updates and boosting personal security measures during active law enforcement actions. Similarly, the Philippines advised its citizens to exercise heightened awareness concerning demonstrations and to stay away from “any crowd build-ups that may lead to disturbances.” President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has also instructed relevant departments to provide assistance to affected Filipinos.

The protests mark an escalation in public response to Trump’s sweeping immigration policies. Amid the chaos, Chinese community members report workplace interruptions, with several companies adopting work-from-home arrangements for security reasons. Others raise concerns about future entry challenges under the enhanced immigration measures.

Trump’s two-month National Guard activation is facing legal challenges. It marks the first instance of federal military intervention overriding state leadership since the Civil Rights movement.

 

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