Thousands of demonstrators flooded the streets of lower Manhattan on Tuesday, voicing their opposition to recent immigration raids carried out by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the broader immigration policies of President Donald Trump.
The protest began at Foley Square, a prominent plaza outside a federal courthouse where several migrants were reportedly detained last Friday. Chants of “No hate, no fear, immigrants are welcome here” echoed through the crowd as protesters held signs reading “ICE out of New York” and marched through the city.
“I’m here to stand up for those who don’t have a voice right now—especially my mom,” said one woman, referencing her undocumented Mexican mother. “Honestly, this country wouldn’t be what it is without immigrants. So I’m here for them.”
Another attendee, Jacqueline, 23, an American citizen of Mexican descent, said she joined the protest to protect her family. “I fear for them now, and I don’t want to live in a society where I’m afraid for my family’s safety,” she said.
While the New York demonstration remained peaceful, tensions have been escalating in other cities. In Los Angeles, protests have grown more confrontational, prompting the Trump administration to deploy thousands of National Guard troops and 700 active-duty Marines in response.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams addressed the situation Tuesday, warning that violent demonstrations like those in Los Angeles “will not be tolerated” in New York. He emphasized that the New York Police Department is prepared to manage unrest, particularly amid growing societal division.
The protest in New York is part of a broader national response to intensified ICE enforcement, as communities across the country rally in support of immigrant rights and push back against federal crackdowns.
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