In a decisive step to prioritize safety and compliance with federal law, the U.S. Small Business Administration announced on June 7 the relocation of its Los Angeles regional office due to the city’s refusal to cooperate with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Coupled with the House passage of H.R. 2931, the Save SBA from Sanctuary Cities Act, on June 5, 2025, this decision marks a commendable effort to protect American small businesses and restore the rule of law amid escalating nationwide illegal immigrant riots.

Last month, thousands of rioters surrounded the Roybal Federal Building, assaulting ICE officers, looting stores, and defacing public property with slogans threatening ICE personnel. City officials reported that over 20 businesses were looted in downtown Los Angeles alone, causing millions of dollars in property damage. According to a report by the city budget chief, the riots will cost Los Angeles taxpayers $32 million.