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Nationwide Protests Against ICE Highlight Immigration Policy Controversies

KVIA•Sunday, February 1, 2026 at 10:01 AM•CNN Newsource

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This weekend, protests erupted across the U.S. under the banner 'ICE Out,' demanding an end to the Trump administration's immigration policies. The demonstrations, which began with a national strike on Friday, resulted in school and business closures nationwide. President Trump instructed Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to refrain from intervening in protests unless requested by local authorities. Legal battles continue, with a federal judge ordering the release of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father from a Texas detention center, while another judge allowed the controversial 'Metro Surge' operation to proceed. These events underscore the growing tensions surrounding immigration enforcement and local responses to federal actions.

Key Details: • Protests occurred nationwide, impacting schools and businesses on Friday. • Liam Conejo Ramos and his father must be released by Tuesday. • Chicago's mayor ordered investigations into federal immigration agents' misconduct. • The Department of Justice is investigating the shooting of Alex Pretti.

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