ICE and Border Patrol shootings spark hundreds of weekend vigils and protests

Protests and vigils, organized under the banner "ICE Out For Good," were rapidly planned across the US on January 10th and 11th. These events were sparked by a fatal shooting by an ICE agent in Minneapolis and a Border Patrol shooting in Portland. The incidents fueled outrage against the Trump administration, which has defended its immigration enforcement agencies. The shootings are part of a trend with at least seven officer-involved shootings since Trump's intensified Homeland Security operations. The protests are organized by groups like Indivisible, Voto Latino, and the ACLU, aiming to humanize victims and demand accountability. Organizers argue that unchecked violence and abuse by federal immigration agencies is the core issue. The White House has responded, warning that interfering with law enforcement is a crime. Over 580 events were scheduled, with more than 1,000 anticipated. Protests and vigils occurred in response to both shootings. Mayor Frey's reaction to the shooting was very critical and demanding ICE to leave his city. The protests follow previous anti-ICE demonstrations, including those in Los Angeles and Chicago.