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Massive Protests Erupt Against ICE in Multiple Cities

2/1/2026

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Protesters Demand Accountability

Protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) occurred on January 30, 2026 in Salt Lake City and Glen Cove, New York.
In Salt Lake City, more than a thousand demonstrators marched to demand accountability for ICE-related deaths.
Local businesses joined a general strike and closed storefronts to show solidarity with the movement.
Activists criticized Rep. Tom Suozzi (D-N.Y.) for supporting ICE funding and planned a rally outside his office.

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Protesters Stage Shutdown

On January 30, 2026, socialist and communist groups staged nationwide protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
The events were promoted as a "National Shutdown."
Key participants included the Party for Socialism and Liberation and groups linked to Neville Roy Singham.
Despite the aims, many participants appeared disengaged, with some taking selfies and leaving early.

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Lemon Arrested Protesting

Protests against ICE escalated on January 30, 2026, with dozens arrested in Manhattan after a hotel lobby was occupied.
In Minneapolis, the protest turned violent, leading to vandalism and tear gas used by federal agents.
Don Lemon, a former CNN journalist, was arrested at a Minnesota church during an anti-ICE protest.
The Justice Department charged Lemon and others with violating federal laws related to religious freedom.

History

Historical Context

The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965, signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson on October 3, abolished discriminatory national origin quotas that had favored Northern and Western Europeans since the 1920s. This landmark legislation led to a dramatic increase in immigration from Asia and Latin America, reshaping the U.S. demographic landscape and igniting ongoing debates about immigration policy and enforcement, as seen in recent protests against ICE.

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Protesters Demand Accountability

Protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) occurred on January 30, 2026 in Salt Lake City and Glen Cove, New York.
In Salt Lake City, more than a thousand demonstrators marched to demand accountability for ICE-related deaths.
Local businesses joined a general strike and closed storefronts to show solidarity with the movement.
Activists criticized Rep. Tom Suozzi (D-N.Y.) for supporting ICE funding and planned a rally outside his office.

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