Hundreds of students stage walkout in Portland to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Hundreds of students across Portland walked out of class to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The demonstration was part of a nationwide strike, with protesters calling for an end to ICE’s operations.

The strike was organized by activists who oppose the agency’s policies. Students from various schools participated in the walkout, holding signs and chanting slogans against ICE.

Separately, the US Department of Justice launched an investigation into the killing of Pretti, a 17-year-old girl who died in police custody. The investigation is ongoing.

In other news, protests are taking place across Southern California as activists call for a nationwide shutdown of ICE operations. Demonstrations have also been reported in various cities, with protesters demanding an end to the agency’s policies.

Some businesses have responded to the anti-ICE demonstrations by closing their doors or limiting services. The impact of these actions is still being assessed.

The “ICE Out” strike and protests are ongoing, with more information expected as the situation develops.

Source: Google News World