The legal dispute follows protests and unrest in Los Angeles after federal immigration sweeps and clashes with demonstrators.
Federal agents, equipped with riot gear, used tear gas to control the crowd; several protesters were arrested for assaulting officers.
Federal agents claim Huerta resisted commands, while activists condemn the incident as unjust.
The move, tied to ICE raids and immigration enforcement, raises constitutional questions about the balance of security and individual rights.
Immigration enforcement sparks debate over economic impacts, sovereignty, and the balance between individual rights and national security.
Trump administration ramps up immigration enforcement, pushing for higher daily arrest quotas.