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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Joe Sommerlad

Protesters swarm Trump Tower as anti-ICE demonstrations spread

  • Protests against ICE raids on undocumented migrants have spread to multiple US cities, including New York City, Austin, and Santa Ana, following initial clashes in Los Angeles.
  • In Los Angeles, ICE agents faced resistance from local residents during attempts to arrest undocumented migrants, leading to confrontations and the deployment of the National Guard and standby Marines.
  • In New York City, protesters swarmed the lobby of Trump Tower, with Mayor Eric Adams vowing to prevent violence while allowing peaceful protest.
  • Austin police used pepper spray and tear gas to disperse protesters marching to the ICE headquarters at the JJ Pickle Federal Building.
  • Solidarity demonstrations have occurred in major US cities, and the Service Employees International Union is tracking planned events after its president's arrest and release during protests in LA.

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