Nationwide Immigration Protests Erupt: Chaos, Clashes, and Hundreds Arrested!

2025-06-12 12:00:41.134

Protests against federal immigration enforcement raids and President Donald Trump’s mobilization of the National Guard and Marines in Los Angeles are spreading across the U.S. While many demonstrations have been peaceful, others have resulted in clashes with police, hundreds of arrests, and the use of chemical irritants. In Texas, Governor Greg Abbott deployed National Guard troops to maintain order. Activists plan larger demonstrations, including "No Kings" events nationwide. The Trump administration insists that raids and deportations will continue. Significant protests occurred in Seattle (resulting in a building being vandalized and a dumpster fire), New York City (over 80 arrests), San Antonio (a largely peaceful demonstration with National Guard presence), Philadelphia (15 arrests after protesters refused dispersal orders), San Francisco (hundreds arrested after vandalism), Chicago (17 arrests, including felony charges), Denver (17 arrests after police used smoke and pepper balls), and Spokane (a curfew imposed after over 30 arrests and use of pepper balls). Many protests involved clashes with police, vandalism, and the use of projectiles by protesters. Local officials expressed support for peaceful protest while condemning violence and disorder.