Marines in LA as ICE protests spread to more U.S. cities: In photos
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Members of the clergy and other protesters near the California National Guard outside federal buildings in Los Angeles on June 10 amid ongoing protests in response to federal immigration operations. Photo: Robyn Beck/AFP via Getty Images
A curfew in downtown Los Angeles is in effect, after some 700 Marines arrived in LA Tuesday as part of the federal response to five days of fiery protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids.
The big picture: Demonstrators across the U.S. are protesting the Trump administration's hardline immigration policies. While most rallies were peaceful, there were reports of standoffs between police and protesters in several cities — including in LA during the curfew.
LA
The LA Police Department said on X after the 8pm-6am curfew took effect that "mass arrests are being initiated" in downtown LA.
What they're saying: "Any person who remains engaged in unlawful assembly or criminal activity will be detained and arrested," per an LAPD X post.
New York City
There were clashes between police and ICE protesters in New York City's Foley Square, as thousands rallied against the Trump administration's immigration policies and in solidarity with LA demonstrators on Tuesday.
Details: NYPD Sgt. Matt Evans told Axios by phone that police were called to the scene at 5:10pm after "multiple" people blocked traffic and refused to comply with officers' instructions to leave the roadway.
- He said he couldn't immediately say how many people had been arrested as the "incident remains ongoing" and the crowd was moving from one location to another.
Chicago
Thousands of people joined ICE protests in downtown Chicago, on Tuesday.
Details: The protests were mostly peaceful, though there were periodic clashes between police and demonstrators and six demonstrators were detained, Axios' Justin Kaufmann and Monica Eng report.
- A driver struck a group of protesters in one city street, but officials said no one was hospitalized.
Washington, D.C.
Dozens rallied in D.C. ICE protests on Tuesday.
What we're watching: Demonstrators are expected to turn out for a larger rally in D.C. and nationwide on Saturday to counter President Trump's June 14 military parade. Organizers expect millions to take part in the "No Kings" protests.
Denver
Thousands of demonstrators reportedly rallied against ICE and in support of LA protesters at the Colorado State Capitol on Tuesday.
Zoom in: There were no immediate reports of any serious issues. Denver Police Department wrote on X, "Precautionary advisory for motorists and pedestrians in the area of Downtown Denver —Large crowds and possible unlawful road closures. Alternate routes are advised."
Santa Ana, Calif.
The National Guard was deployed to downtown Santa Ana ICE protests on Tuesday, one day after tear gas was deployed on demonstrators.
Situation report: While there were initially tense scenes between law enforcement and protesters at a federal building, the OC Register reports that the group left the scene without incident after an unlawful assembly was declared.
Zoom out: ICE protests have also taken place in other major U.S. cities.
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