anti-ICE protests
Coverage of anti-ICE protests in the Nexus archive.
- Anti-ICE rioter learns fate for attacking police during violent LA protests
A 42-year-old anti-ICE protester participated in violent LA protests by igniting cardboard, vegetation, and fireworks near California Highway Patrol officers on a freeway overpass. The individual and others dropped flaming materials close to law enforcement personnel during the demonstrations.
- The Needle: Anti-ICE Protestors Get Harsh Sentences, Judge Stops DOJ From Accessing MD Voter Data, Trump-Supporting Company Pledges $1 Million to Fix White House Lawn, Senate Approves War Powers Resolution, and Small Business Owners Are Pessimistic
Anti-ICE protestors in Texas received harsh sentences for violent acts during a 2025 protest, while a Trump-appointed judge blocked the DOJ from accessing voter data in Minnesota. A Trump-supporting company pledged $1 million to repair the White House lawn, and the Senate passed a war powers resolution limiting Trump's military authority in Iran. Small business owners reported declining optimism due to economic challenges.
- Newark mayor calls for closure of Delaney Hall immigration facility at heart of anti-ICE protests
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka has called for the closure of the Delaney Hall immigration facility, which has been central to anti-ICE protests in New Jersey. The facility has been the focus of ongoing violent demonstrations.
- Gov. Sherrill blames ICE, defends rioters after deploying troopers to quell violent mob
Gov. Mikie Sherrill blamed ICE and defended rioters after troopers deployed to quell a violent mob protesting outside a New Jersey detention center. Law enforcement used tear gas and pepper spray to disperse the crowd, which had ignored orders to relocate to a designated 'First Amendment zone.' ICE and the Department of Homeland Security thanked local police for restoring order, while Sherrill claimed the action was necessary to prevent ICE-related public safety risks.
- Levin issues warning on ‘ruling class,’ urges Americans to 'fight back' to save country
Fox News host Mark Levin warned that the United States is nearing a critical breaking point due to rising antisemitism, anti-ICE protests, and cultural division, urging Americans to unite and 'fight back' to save the country. He emphasized the need to reject current trends, organize, and replace the 'ruling class' with leaders like Donald Trump to preserve the republic.
- Minnesota Republicans reveal which far-left candidate they want to challenge in open Senate race
Minnesota Republicans are strategically targeting Democratic candidates in an open Senate race, favoring Peggy Flanagan over Angie Craig as a more 'far-left' challenger. Flanagan, the lieutenant governor, is criticized for progressive policies like Medicare for All and her alignment with figures like New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Republicans argue her platform and ties to controversial policies, such as anti-ICE protests, create an advantage in the 2026 election.
- Minnesota Republicans reveal which far-left candidate they want to challenge in open Senate race
Minnesota Republicans are targeting Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan as their primary challenge in the 2026 Senate race, believing she is a stronger opponent than Rep. Angie Craig. Flanagan, a Democratic frontrunner, faces criticism for her 'far-left' policies, including Medicare for All and anti-ICE activism, while Republicans highlight her potential vulnerability amid reports of $9 billion in government benefit fraud.
- These musicians are providing the soundtrack for anti-ICE protests in LA
Los Jornaleros Del Norte, a musical group, are performing protest songs that highlight the struggles of undocumented workers during anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles. Their music addresses the challenges faced by immigrants evading immigration agents patrolling the streets.