How Creators and Celebrities Are Standing Up Against ICE Raids—and What You Can Actually Do, Too

The latest wave of ICE raids has jolted Los Angeles awake, and has made the average Angeleno (and American) realize that the claims of “peace through strength” put forth by the Trump administration’s alleged crackdown on “illegals” are little more than smoke and mirrors designed to terrorize and torment hard-working people.

Internal agency records obtained by CNN reveal that “more than 75 percent” of the 185,000 people booked into custody since October were cited only for immigration or traffic offenses, while “less than 10 percent faced convictions for serious crimes.”

For thousands of mixed-status families, that statistic isn’t abstract—it’s the knock that never stops echoing. Streets once clogged with Friday rush-hour traffic now pulse with protestors, while 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines fan out across the city. The ground feels unstable, and yet, that instability can be the spark that turns bystanders into allies.

Turning FYP into real-world action

Payton Sartain, host of Note to Self, reminded her followers that “fighting for freedom, and justice for all, is distinctly American.” Sartain also noted that she was a Democrat, and that fighting for the middle class is what is needed “for a thriving country.” But she urged her politically inclined followers to keep all protests against the ICE raids non-violent.

Meanwhile, the hosts of Pretty Basic put wedding content on pause to address the topic head-on. Cohost Alisha Marie spoke about the ICE raids and the devastation of seeing families being torn apart, while making clear that “one of my favorite things about this city is how diverse it is and how many different amazing people are here.”

Cohost Remi Cruz—who proudly identifies as the daughter of immigrants—was more direct in her message. “It is disgusting. It’s vile, horrendous, inhumane,” she said. “If you’re at all curious about how I feel, it’s f*ck Donald Trump, abolish ICE, f*ck ICE, and I wish everyone safety and blessings.”

Resources followed in the show notes—ilrc.org for Know Your Rights cards, itep.org for policy breakdowns—and the hosts promised, “We‌ love you guys so much. If you’ve been hurting, we are here for you.”

Hollywood’s biggest voices amplify the outrage

Momentum snowballed once A-listers joined the choir. Kim Kardashian took to her Instagram Stories to share, “When we witness innocent, hardworking people being ripped from their families in inhumane ways, we have to speak up.” Eva Longoria called the raids “hard to watch” and “un-American,” adding that sweep-ups are happening at “birthday parties, elementary graduations, [and] Home Depot.” Chrissy Teigen reposted the reminder that immigrants deserve dignity “because they are human beings,” while Tyler, the Creator simply captioned a movie clip, “F*** ICE.”

Rapper The Game framed the crisis through an LA lens: “Ever since I could remember, it’s been Black & Brown in this city…I stand with y’all like I know you’d stand with us.”

At the BET Awards, Doechii warned of “ruthless attacks creating fear and chaos in our communities in the name of law and order,” a line that Kehlani blasted in all-caps across her Instagram Stories: “EXACTLY DOECHII EXACTLY.”

And actor Pedro Pascal distilled the city’s spirit in one sentence: “Los Ángeles. Built by the best of U.S.”

What you can actually do against ICE raids

So, what does solidarity look like once the live stream ends? It starts with tiny, consistent choices. If you’re ready to turn your anger into action, here’s how to help:

Slip a Red Card in your wallet. When unannounced agents appear at a neighbor’s door, hand it over and remind them they have the right to remain silent.

Document everything. Keep your phone lens steady because the footage can mean freedom in immigration court.

Hit up your representatives. Call your city council before the evening scroll and tell them local resources shouldn’t be funneled into detainers or 287(g) agreements that deputize sheriffs as ICE adjuncts.

Give what you can. Skip a dinner out and send that money to a rapid-response legal fund; that single Venmo covers a detained parent’s first phone call.

Volunteer your time. If you can’t spend money, give your time, energy, and other resources. Volunteer for late-night childcare or a 5 a.m. ride to court.

Protest but be prepared. When protests fill the streets, go if you can, but bring water, organize a buddy system, and write the National Lawyers Guild hotline in Sharpie on your arm.

Vote in every election from school board to Oval Office; immigration policy is shaped at each rung of the ladder.

Remi Cruz closes her on-air plea with a simple benediction: “We just want you guys to know: we are here for you, and we’re so sorry.” It’s equal parts comfort and challenge. Comfort, because no one should face those flashing blue lights alone. Challenge, because love without action keeps the lights flashing.

When creators turn clips into civics lessons and when celebrities risk backlash to say, “families belong together,” the narrative starts to crack. That crack is where change sneaks in—and where every one of us decides whether to widen it.