The Los Angeles Dodgers organization requested federal immigration agents to leave the Dodger Stadium parking lot after they arrived as a protest against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) was forming nearby.

Despite the tense situation, the team announced via social media that their scheduled game against the San Diego Padres would proceed as planned.

Dodgers player Enrique Hernández expressed solidarity with the immigrant community, condemning the treatment of immigrants and advocating for respect and human rights.

The events unfolded following a controversial performance by singer Nezza, who sang the U.S. National Anthem in Spanish at a game against the team's wishes, which highlighted ongoing tensions related to immigration issues.

Protests against ICE intensified after federal immigration raids began in Los Angeles earlier this month, leading to significant unrest, including freeway blockades and confrontations with police.

In response to local objections, the Trump administration has mobilized over 4,000 National Guard members and 700 Marines to support immigration enforcement.

The team made their announcement about the federal agents via social media after ICE attempted to enter the parking lots owned by the team.

Dodgers president Stan Kasten stated that they are working with involved groups and will announce their plans once more details are finalized.

The game against the Padres is expected to attract over 50,000 fans, as the Dodgers are the only Major League Baseball team averaging that many attendees per home game this season.

The parking lot in question is considered part of the Dodgers' property, although it is technically jointly owned with former owner Frank McCourt.

Since Trump's return to office, immigrant detentions have surged, with many of those detained reportedly not being violent offenders, contrary to administration claims.

The Dodgers have yet to publicly address the raids and arrests, despite calls from their largely Latino fan base for a statement supporting affected communities.