LA County Report Finds $3.7M in Business Losses from ICE Raids

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A new report commissioned by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors found that approximately $3.7 million in business losses occurred between July to September 2025 due to federal immigration raids in the region. The report analyzed the economic impact of the Trump administration's crackdown on illegal immigration, with 82% of surveyed businesses reporting negative impacts and 44% losing over half their revenue.

Why it matters

The report highlights the significant economic toll that aggressive immigration enforcement can have on local communities, particularly for small businesses and immigrant-reliant industries. It also underscores the complex dynamics between federal, state and local policies around immigration.

The details

The county Department of Economic Opportunity and LA County Economic Development Corporation surveyed 311 businesses, finding that 90% perceived growing distrust in government, 52% experienced reduced daily sales, and 51% reported decreased customer traffic. Businesses in curfew and protest-affected areas also reported over $200,000 in property damage. The report estimated that immigrants contribute $253.9 billion, or 17%, to the county's GDP.

• The report was commissioned by the LA County Board of Supervisors in June 2025, following the start of the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.
• The economic analysis covered the period from July to September 2025.

What’s next

The LA County Board of Supervisors is expected to review the report's findings and consider additional actions to support small businesses and workers impacted by federal immigration enforcement.