KQED's The California Report

Court Records Show Federal Agents Used Slurs While Targeting People During Immigration Sweeps

July 29, 2026·9 min
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How do you get free air conditioning to California homeowners who need it the most? One Los Angeles contractor is using state incentives creatively, and it’s not just a win for residents - it helps the climate too. Reporter: Laura Klivans, KQED International students in Southern California say new visa limits coming in September are adding to the uncertainty they already experience. Reporter: Yusra Farzan, LAist A new court filing reveals federal agents used slurs to identify people they were targeting during immigration sweeps in Los Angeles last year. Guest: Sergio Olmos, CalMatters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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