ICE, Spokane and protests
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More than 140,000 people were deported from the U.S. in President Donald Trump’s first three months in office. Many of those people left behind teenagers who are now graduating from high school without their parents in the audience to cheer them on and celebrate their accomplishment.
Protests against raids by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) popped up in major cities across the country this week as organizing groups gear up for a nationwide day of action on Saturday
Democratic policies regarding immigration has evolved as attitudes have hardened after record border crossings during Joe Biden's administration.
Hundreds of protestors gathered in downtown Salt Lake at Washington Square Park on Thursday to stand in solidarity with anti-ICE protestors in Los Angeles.
Pierce County Executive Ryan Mello also criticized the National Guard's activation, stating, "Actions and statements by elected leaders that escalate feelings of anger or fear are irresponsible and put everyone – protestors and uniformed personnel alike – at risk."
Spokane is preparing for more unrest on Saturday after police dispersed a protest organized by former City Council President Ben Stuckart
WASHINGTON, June 12 (Reuters) - Americans are divided over President Donald Trump 's decision to activate the military to respond to protests against his crackdown on migrants, with about half supportive of the move, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll that closed on Thursday.
The Washington County Sheriff Office has applied to partner with Immigration and Customs Enforcement through the 287(g) program, a federal program, allowing it to take on tasks that have traditionally been reserved for federal agents.
ICE sightings have been confirmed in WA. It’s important to be deliberate when sharing information about potential ICE activity.