Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Monday called on US authorities to respect due process and human dignity following immigration raids and mass protests in Los Angeles, according to Reuters.

Speaking alongside Foreign Affairs Secretary Juan Ramon de la Fuente, she underlined Mexico's commitment to defendingthe rights of its citizens abroad, regardless of immigration status. Sheinbaum urged the Mexican community in the United States to maintain calm and avoid provocations.

The government is offering legal and consular help to ensure fair treatment. Authorities stated that 42 Mexican nationals were arrested during the protests, which gathered over 1,000 people downtown, Reuters reported.