Protesters camp out at LA Councilman Kevin de Leon's home to demand his resignation
"I think the most important thing is that the context of the conversation was redistricting. So you can see how these prejudicial beliefs, anti-Black beliefs permeate into our system and into our policies," said protester Michael Williams. "So now all of our policies have to be put into question, every vote de León and Gil Cedillo and Nury were part of have to be called into question for their anti-Blackness.
Another group showed up to the area to demonstrate support for de Leon and say he should remain in office. They say he has been a champion for immigrants' rights in Los Angeles. "Kevin is an adult," said Juan Jose Gutierrez with the Full Rights for Immigrants Coalition. "He knows the seriousness of the situation. It is his responsibility to take the step that he feels is most appropriate. Whether that's resigning or not is his decision."The City Council's next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday and is expected to be held virtually.