Immigration Group Urges Dodgers to Skip White House Post-World Series Win
Immigration rights advocates are urging the Los Angeles Dodgers to decline an invitation to the White House following their recent World Series victory. The call comes as a response to the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement actions in Southern California.
Immigration Rights Groups Speak Out
The National Day Laborer Organizing Network (NDLON) has initiated this campaign, emphasizing the importance of standing in solidarity with the immigrant community. The organization expressed their views in a compelling Instagram post, stating, “Los Angeles is a city built by immigrants, working families, and dreamers.”
Community Response to the Dodgers’ Invitation
A gathering took place on Wednesday, where community members and Dodgers supporters voiced their concerns regarding immigration issues directly to the team. Co-executive director of NDLON, Pablo Alvarado, highlighted the emotional impact of deportations on families, stating, “We celebrate as we weep for the families that have been devastated by the mass deportations.”
Mark Chase from the All Saints Episcopal Church in Pasadena also addressed the gathering, calling for the Dodgers to advocate for human dignity. He remarked, “It’s time for Dodger baseball to hit a home run for human dignity.”
Previous White House Visits
The Dodgers have accepted invitations to the White House previously. In 2021, they visited with then-President Joe Biden and attended an event in April 2025 with President Donald Trump. This visit occurred shortly before the administration’s aggressive immigration actions intensified in Los Angeles.
Art and Activism in the Community
Residents near Dodger Stadium have expressed their sentiments through artwork addressing immigration issues. Some attendees at the press conference noted that federal immigration agents had been observed near the stadium recently, raising alarm over their presence.
- As of Wednesday, over 8,680 individuals have signed a petition urging the Dodgers to forgo the White House invitation.
- The petition emphasizes the perspective of players who are also immigrants.
Alvarado warned that participating in a meeting with Trump would send a message of betrayal to the community. NDLON remains committed to pushing for a response from the Dodgers that reflects their values and the sentiments of their fans.
