Surprise U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement sweeps in downtown Los Angeles prompted fierce pushback from elected officials and protesters, who decried the action as "cruel and unnecessary."

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Dozens of people were arrested after clashing with Los Angeles Police Department officers during demonstrations protesting numerous ICE raids in the city.