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Protests Erupt in Vermont Over Controversial ICE Operation

3/13/2026

Summary

Story summary

On March 11, 2026, federal ICE agents conducted an operation targeting Deyvi Daniel Corona-Sanchez, the target of an ICE operation, triggering a protest by more than 200 demonstrators in South Burlington, Vermont, and activists condemned ICE's actions, drawing historical parallels to oppressive regimes.
Police forcibly entered a residence during the operation.
Protesters blocked law enforcement vehicles for more than an hour.
Federal agents deployed flashbangs and pepper spray to disperse the crowd.

History

Historical Context

Operation Wetback, initiated in June 1954 under President Eisenhower, aimed to deport undocumented Mexican immigrants using military-style tactics. This operation resulted in over 1.1 million deportations, including U.S. citizens. The backlash from civil rights groups then mirrors current protests against ICE's aggressive tactics, highlighting ongoing tensions in U.S. immigration policy and enforcement practices.

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Story summary

On March 11, 2026, federal ICE agents conducted an operation targeting Deyvi Daniel Corona-Sanchez, the target of an ICE operation, triggering a protest by more than 200 demonstrators in South Burlington, Vermont, and activists condemned ICE's actions, drawing historical parallels to oppressive regimes.
Police forcibly entered a residence during the operation.
Protesters blocked law enforcement vehicles for more than an hour.
Federal agents deployed flashbangs and pepper spray to disperse the crowd.

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