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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