Summary
Over 1,000 protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) are planned across the United States this weekend. These demonstrations follow recent incidents involving ICE, including a fatal shooting in Minneapolis and another shooting in Portland, Oregon. The protests aim to oppose ICE's tactics and call for investigations into their actions.
Key Facts
- A national coalition is organizing over 1,000 protests against ICE in the U.S. this weekend.
- The protests are in response to a recent shooting in Minneapolis where an ICE agent fatally shot Renee Nicole Good.
- Another shooting by a federal agent occurred in Portland, Oregon, involving two individuals.
- The Department of Homeland Security claims that Good was a threat, but the incident has sparked widespread criticism and calls for investigation.
- Protests, vigils, and rallies are scheduled in all 50 states, organized by groups like the ACLU and Indivisible.
- Demonstrations aim to honor those killed by ICE and demand the agency's removal from local communities.
- Events are intended to be nonviolent and led by local communities.
- The White House expressed support for ICE and law enforcement amid the protests.
