Protests against raids by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) popped up in major cities across the country this week as organizing groups gear up for a nationwide day of action on Saturday

ICE protests in downtown Spokane escalate to state of emergency after demonstrators ignore curfew, with police deploying tear gas and making arrests for failure to disperse.

Democratic policies regarding immigration has evolved as attitudes have hardened after record border crossings during Joe Biden's administration.

Pierce County Executive Ryan Mello also criticized the National Guard's activation, stating, "Actions and statements by elected leaders that escalate feelings of anger or fear are irresponsible and put everyone – protestors and uniformed personnel alike – at risk."

Protests in LA — which have inspired protests in other major cities across the country — have escalated in response to President Donald Trump’s immigration policies and ICE raids.

ICE protests descend into mashup of left-wing rally cries as Gaza and police brutality chants drown out immigration - The large protests often lack a coherent message and are the result of organizers

Spokane is preparing for more unrest on Saturday after police dispersed a protest organized by former City Council President Ben Stuckart

No Kings” protests, including several in Michigan cities, are scheduled across the country Saturday to coincide with Trump’s planned military parade in Washington, D.C.