Protests against ICE raids and immigration policies erupted nationwide on Monday, following unrest in Los Angeles. Demonstrations occurred from New York to Texas, fueled by the weekend’s events, with many planned for the week ahead, including a series of “No Kings” demonstrations on Saturday. Over the weekend, 56 arrests were made in L.A. as President Trump deployed over 2,000 National Guard troops, leading to tensions with California leadership, including Gov. Gavin Newsom and Mayor Karen Bass, who condemned the action as overreach. California is suing the Trump administration, asserting the deployment is unlawful.
In San Francisco, thousands marched, with a largely peaceful event experiencing some vandalism at the end. During this protest, 60 individuals were arrested for non-compliance with police dispersal orders. Demonstrators expressed the importance of visibility against ICE actions, with personal stakes emphasized by participants like Vanessa Garcia-Morales, highlighting the risks posed to immigrant families.
Along the East Coast, New York saw multiple arrests after confrontations between protesters and the NYPD during demonstrations targeting ICE raids and a recent travel ban affecting several countries. Cities such as Boston, Washington, and Philadelphia also witnessed protests.
In Texas, protests took place in Dallas, where at least one person was arrested, with significant gatherings at the Texas Capitol and in San Antonio. Officials, including Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, characterized the protests as assaults against law enforcement. Despite the rising tide of demonstrations, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem reaffirmed the government’s commitment to enforce immigration laws, indicating that raids and deportations would continue despite public opposition.
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