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Grey's Anatomy Halts Production in Protest Against ICE

1/30/2026

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Summary

Story summary

ABC's Grey's Anatomy production was suspended on January 30 in solidarity with the National Shutdown protest against ICE.
The protest, led by University of Minnesota students, aims to halt work and shopping to pressure the U.S. President Donald Trump.
The deaths of activists Renee Good and Alex Pretti, allegedly killed by federal agents in Minneapolis, were cited.
Filming will resume January 31.

History

Historical Context

The National Shutdown protest against ICE began in 2017, driven by rising deportations under President Donald Trump. University of Minnesota students aimed to halt economic activity to pressure the government. The deaths of activists Renée Good and Alex Pretti, allegedly at the hands of federal agents, intensified public outrage and highlighted ongoing tensions over immigration enforcement and civil rights in the U.S.

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Story summary

ABC's Grey's Anatomy production was suspended on January 30 in solidarity with the National Shutdown protest against ICE.
The protest, led by University of Minnesota students, aims to halt work and shopping to pressure the U.S. President Donald Trump.
The deaths of activists Renee Good and Alex Pretti, allegedly killed by federal agents in Minneapolis, were cited.
Filming will resume January 31.

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