🇺🇸🚨 Trump Orders ICE to Expand Deportations in Democratic Cities, Despite protests
🇺🇸📢 Texans Rally Against Trump’s Immigration Policies Amid Military Celebrations and Protests ✊🌎 "No Kings" Protests in McAllen, Harlingen, Brownsville Demand Justice for Immigrants Amid ICE Raids
🇺🇸📢 Texans Rally Against Trump’s Immigration Policies Amid Military Celebrations and Protests
Berenice Garcia, Carlos Nogueras Ramos, Ayden Runnels, The Texas Tribune.- On Saturday, hundreds of protesters gathered across Texas, particularly in McAllen, Midland, and Odessa, to denounce President Trump's aggressive immigration enforcement policies. These demonstrations coincided with a military parade in Washington, D.C., marking Trump's birthday and the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary. The “No Kings” protests highlighted concerns over authoritarianism and the harm caused to immigrant communities by deportation tactics. Despite Governor Greg Abbott’s deployment of over 5,000 National Guard troops to ensure order, organizers emphasized their commitment to peaceful protest, pushing back against what they view as executive overreach. The protests, fueled by growing frustrations with federal immigration enforcement, featured personal stories and calls for reform, with many emphasizing the importance of maintaining democratic principles amid heightened tension.
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Protests held across Texas cities, including McAllen, Midland, and Odessa.
Organized by groups like Women’s March, Indivisible, and 50501.
Governor Abbott deployed 5,000 National Guard troops across Texas.
“No Kings” protests coincide with Trump’s planned military parade.
Demonstrations focused on the Trump administration's immigration policies and authoritarian tendencies.✊🌎 "No Kings" Protests in McAllen, Harlingen, Brownsville Demand Justice for Immigrants Amid ICE Raids
Alexandrea Bailey, The Texas Tribune.- Thousands gathered across the Rio Grande Valley on June 14, 2025, for the “No Kings” Day protests, which took place in McAllen, Harlingen, and Brownsville. Demonstrators marched in solidarity with immigrant communities, denouncing President Trump’s aggressive immigration enforcement policies. These protests come after months of intensified ICE raids targeting undocumented immigrants in the region. Protesters, including families and local advocates, emphasized the moral question of immigration, rejecting the characterization of migrants as criminals. The protests also served as a strong rebuke of Trump’s authoritarian tactics, with participants calling for a halt to deportations and the protection of immigrant rights. The gatherings were largely peaceful, with protestors chanting, waving flags, and showing their support for immigrant communities, despite the occasional presence of counter-protesters. Local leaders and residents expressed pride in their communities’ unity and commitment to immigrant rights.
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"No Kings" protests held in McAllen, Harlingen, and Brownsville.
Protests denounce Trump’s immigration policies and ICE raids.
Protests are largely peaceful, with support for immigrant communities.
Local leaders, including teachers and activists, speak out against deportations.
Protests feature chanting, waving flags, and unity across communities.
🇺🇸🚨 Trump Orders ICE to Expand Deportations in Democratic Cities, Despite protests
Aamer Madhani, The Associated Press.- President Donald Trump has directed U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to escalate deportations from Democratic-run cities, including Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York, despite growing protests against his immigration policies. Trump's push for a "single largest Mass Deportation Program in History" follows recent demonstrations in response to increased enforcement efforts. This directive coincides with a pause on ICE arrests in agriculture and hospitality sectors, driven by concerns over the impact on key industries. Trump also reiterated his stance on deploying National Guard troops to Los Angeles, claiming that the presence helped maintain order during protests. As the administration faces mounting backlash, ICE's efforts have intensified, with a daily arrest target of 3,000, a significant increase from earlier in the year.
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ICE directed to target major Democratic cities for deportations.
National Guard deployment in Los Angeles linked to controlling protests.
Trump announces changes to halt ICE operations in agriculture, hotels, and restaurants.
ICE's daily arrest target raised to 3,000 from 650 earlier in 2025.🏭🚨 Trump Orders ICE to Halt Immigration Raids at Farms, Restaurants, and Hotels Amid Concerns
Aamer Madhani and Elliot Spagat, The Associated Press.- President Donald Trump has directed U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to pause arrests at agricultural sites, restaurants, and hotels, responding to concerns about the impact of aggressive enforcement on industries reliant on undocumented workers. This decision follows weeks of heightened immigration actions, with ICE targeting 3,000 arrests daily, a significant increase from earlier in the year. The move suggests that Trump's mass deportation strategy has limits when it disrupts key sectors, such as farming and hospitality. ICE had recently carried out raids at farms in California and a food packaging plant in Nebraska, leading to numerous arrests.
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ICE directed to pause raids at farms, restaurants, and hotels.
Daily ICE arrests rose to 3,000, up from 650 earlier in 2025.
Ongoing enforcement in "sanctuary cities" and work sites.
Raids in California and Nebraska impacted the agriculture and food industries.