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Stars Rally Fans to Demand ICE Defunding After Tragedy

1/29/2026

Summary

Story summary

Celebrities including Ariana Grande and Katy Perry urge fans to demand defunding of ICE after the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.
Kerry Washington emphasizes the public's power to influence change.
Senator John Fetterman opposes abolishing ICE, saying the agency already has sufficient funding and defunding would be symbolic.

History

Historical Context

The movement to defund ICE gained traction in 2018 amid protests against the Trump administration's immigration policies, particularly following the separation of nearly 3,000 minors from their families. By 2025, public discontent surged as ICE's budget exceeded $7 billion, leading to widespread protests, including significant demonstrations in Los Angeles that year, reflecting ongoing tensions over immigration enforcement and civil rights in the U.S.

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Story summary

Celebrities including Ariana Grande and Katy Perry urge fans to demand defunding of ICE after the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.
Kerry Washington emphasizes the public's power to influence change.
Senator John Fetterman opposes abolishing ICE, saying the agency already has sufficient funding and defunding would be symbolic.

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