Sinister racket outside Home Depot that you’re paying for — and now they want more
Los Angeles City Council currently allocates $1 million annually to fund day laborer centers near Home Depot locations, operated by taxpayer-funded nonprofits like CARECEN. These centers, intended to reduce public disorder, provide services such as legal aid and restrooms, but face criticism over transparency and usage. Some councilmembers and residents argue against a proposed $2 million funding increase, citing competing city budget priorities and inconsistent center operations.
- ▪The Los Angeles City Council currently funds day laborer centers with $1 million per year, and some groups are seeking an additional $2 million in taxpayer funds.
- ▪Facilities like the one in Cypress Park cost $121,684 annually to operate and are meant to provide structured hiring spaces for day laborers.
- ▪Only one staff member is present at the Cypress Park center during its Monday-to-Friday operation, despite initial plans for seven-day service.
- ▪Critics, including resident Susan Collins, argue that increased funding is unjustified given citywide issues like inadequate street lighting and road maintenance.
- ▪CARECEN and similar organizations provide legal services and deportation defense, citing rising demand from undocumented workers.
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Metro exclusive Sinister racket outside Home Depot that you’re paying for — and now they want more By Jamie Paige Published May 1, 2026, 6:34 p.m. ET Taxpayer funded pro-illegal immigration groups are demanding millions of dollars from LA residents to help them attack ICE and fund day laborer hubs near Home Depot sites. The groups are already getting $1-million-a-year from LA City Council, and are now demanding a $2-million-a-year funding increase to help them fight against ICE operations and maintain buildings outside the hardware stores. The hubs offer everything from restrooms to free legal services and employment advice to day laborers, all paid for by nonprofits funded by taxpayers. 12 A facility where day laborers wait for work at Home Depot.
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