Protests against the Trump Administration's immigration crackdown were held in cities across the U.S. on Friday, with businesses closing and tens of thousands demonstrating in Los Angeles, New York, and Minneapolis.
Calls for Action
Organizers called for a national shutdown day of no school, work, or shopping, with nearly 30 organizations across the country endorsing the strike.
The strike was sparked by the killings of two people by federal agents amid the aggressive enforcement operation in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Protests and Demonstrations
Similar demonstrations are taking place all around the country, with protests in New York City, Seattle, Denver, Austin, and Charlotte, among other localities.
In Los Angeles, protesters gathered outside city hall, waving signs that bore slogans such as 'melt ICE' and 'full rights for all immigrants.'
Several museums and cultural hubs in the city also shut down in a show of support, while production for 'Grey's Anatomy' temporarily halted after several crew members said they wouldn't show up for work.
Response from Authorities
The Justice Department has opened a civil rights probe into the shooting of one of the victims, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche announced Friday.
President Trump has defended the administration's actions, saying that he wants to 'fix' the situation and that he is working to make it 'safer, more efficient, by the book.'
The protests are set to extend into the weekend around the country, with national organization 50501 having organized an 'ICE Out of Everywhere' day of demonstrations on Saturday.
Economic Impact of the protests remains unknown.
Politicians weigh in on the protests, with Mayor Zohran Mamdani of New York City supporting the demonstrations.
Social Media platforms are being used to organize and promote the protests.
The Bottom Line
- Bullet 1: The protests against the Trump Administration's immigration crackdown have resulted in businesses closing and tens of thousands demonstrating across the U.S.
- Bullet 2: The government has opened a civil rights probe into one of the shootings, while President Trump has defended the administration's actions.
- Bullet 3: The protests are set to extend into the weekend around the country, with national organization 50501 having organized an 'ICE Out of Everywhere' day of demonstrations on Saturday.
**Fact Check & Fast Data:**
- Primary Entity: Trump Administration
- Key Development: Protests against immigration crackdown
- Impact Zone: Economy / Politics
