🚨 Hundreds Protest in Austin Against ICE Detentions, Clash with Police 💥
⚖️ Judge Rules Trump’s Use of Alien Enemies Act for Venezuelan Gang Deportations Unlawful 🚫 🚨 Pentagon Drafts Rules for Marines on Force Use Amid LA Protests Over Immigration Raids 🪖
Hundreds Protest in Austin Against ICE Detentions, Clash with Police 💥
Ayden Runnels, The Texas Tribune.- Hundreds of protesters gathered in downtown Austin on June 9, 2025, to condemn the recent surge in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detentions across the country. The protest, organized by the Party for Socialism and Liberation, started peacefully with a mile-long march toward the J. J. “Jake” Pickle Federal Building. However, tensions escalated when law enforcement deployed tear gas after some protesters refused to leave the streets. Protesters voiced their concerns over the lack of due process for detainees and the increased presence of law enforcement during the raids. The Austin demonstration was part of a broader wave of protests against ICE, following similar actions in cities like Los Angeles and San Antonio. Despite the disruption, protesters continued to express their solidarity with undocumented immigrants and criticized the government’s handling of immigration issues.
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Protest held in Austin against recent ICE detentions.
March began at the state Capitol, ending at the J.J. Pickle Federal Building.
Police used tear gas and pepper spray to disperse protesters.
Demonstrators voiced concerns over ICE raids and the lack of due process.
The protest was part of a larger wave of nationwide demonstrations, including Los Angeles, San Antonio, and Houston.
Tensions rose following the Trump administration's deployment of National Guard and Marines to Los Angeles.
🇺🇸 National Guard Deployment in LA Sparks Escalating Protests Over Trump’s Immigration Crackdown 🚔
Seung Min Kim, The Associated Press.- President Donald Trump’s decision to deploy National Guard troops in Los Angeles in response to protests over his administration’s immigration crackdown has intensified tensions in the city. The protests, sparked by recent ICE raids targeting undocumented immigrants, have seen demonstrators blocking highways and clashing with law enforcement. Trump defended the deployment, saying it was necessary to maintain order. At the same time, California officials, including Gov. Gavin Newsom, have condemned the move, filing a lawsuit and accusing the federal government of overstepping state sovereignty. With additional troops being sent to the city, the situation remains volatile, with ongoing clashes between demonstrators and law enforcement. Trump’s tough stance on immigration enforcement has faced widespread criticism from Democratic leaders. Still, he continues to assert that his actions are in the best interest of national security and the upholding of law and order.
🚨 Pentagon Drafts Rules for Marines on Force Use Amid LA Protests Over Immigration Raids 🪖
Tara Copp, The Associated Press.- The Pentagon is drafting guidelines for the 700 Marines deployed to Los Angeles to support National Guard troops responding to protests over immigration raids. The deployment, which President Donald Trump ordered, has raised legal and ethical concerns regarding the potential use of force against civilians. The Marines are trained in de-escalation, crowd control, and self-defense, but the rules of engagement are still being finalized. The guidelines prohibit warning shots and emphasize de-escalation, but troops are authorized to act in self-defense. There are concerns about the legal authority of the Marines if their role expands, particularly in detaining civilians. Legal experts question the use of military forces in policing roles on U.S. soil, especially under the Posse Comitatus Act, which limits such deployments. This development follows intense protests across Los Angeles, as Trump’s immigration enforcement strategy faces widespread criticism.
⚖️ Judge Rules Trump’s Use of Alien Enemies Act for Venezuelan Gang Deportations Unlawful 🚫
Robert Moore, El Paso Matters.- A federal judge in El Paso ruled that President Donald Trump’s use of the 18th-century Alien Enemies Act (AEA) to expedite the deportation of alleged Venezuelan gang members, specifically members of the Tren de Aragua gang, was unlawful. Senior Judge David Briones stated that the AEA, which was intended for wartime use, cannot be applied during peacetime for actions against foreign nationals who are not part of a military force. The ruling follows Trump’s executive order, which labeled the gang as an “invasion” of the U.S. despite the absence of evidence that it met the legal definition of an invasion. The case centers on M.A.P.S., a Venezuelan woman who denied any gang affiliation and was granted temporary protected status. The judge’s decision protects anyone in the Western District of Texas accused of being a member of Tren de Aragua from deportation under the AEA without due process.
🚔 Chiapas Governor Accuses Guatemala Military of Collaborating with Criminals in Border Shootout 💥
Carlos Álvarez Acevedo, Zeta Weekly.- Chiapas Governor Oscar Eduardo Ramírez Aguilar on June 9, 2025, accused Guatemala's military of colluding with criminals after a shootout occurred across the Mexico-Guatemala border. The incident, involving the "Pakal Immediate Reaction Force" police, started on June 8, 2025, in Frontera Comalapa, Chiapas, and continued into the Guatemalan town of La Democracia. Ramírez stated that Guatemala’s security forces aided armed criminals to escape the conflict area. Meanwhile, the Guatemalan Ministry of Defense justified the military's non-intervention, prioritizing the safety of civilians. The confrontation left at least four criminals dead, prompting investigations from both Mexican and Guatemalan authorities. The incident highlights the growing security concerns in the region, which is contested by criminal groups involved in drug trafficking, weapons smuggling, and migrant trafficking. Mexican officials, including President Claudia Sheinbaum, condemned the border incursion and vowed further investigation.