Anti-ICE protests spread across major US cities as Trump accused of ‘abuse of power'
Protests against Trump 's immigration crackdown, which began in Los Angeles, have spread to major cities including Seattle, Chicago, and New York.
Many protests have been peaceful, but some have resulted in clashes with police and arrests.
In New York City, thousands protested in Foley Square, with signs reading 'ICE out of New York.'
In Chicago, a crowd marched through downtown streets chanting, 'No more deportations!'
California Governor Gavin Newsom criticized Trump's deployment of National Guard troops without his permission, claiming it was a 'brazen abuse of power.'
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- Reuters
Americans split on Trump's use of military in immigration protests, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
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The Independent
19 minutes ago
- The Independent
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Reuters
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- Reuters
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