Large red ICE OUT banners and a Stop ICE Terror sign held by protesters during National Shutdown Day demonstration in Lower Manhattan, New York City.

National Shutdown Day Protest in NYC Draws Thousands Opposing ICE Raids

NEW YORK (AP) — On January 30, 2026, thousands of protesters in New York City joined a nationwide “National Shutdown” day, demonstrating against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) immigration crackdowns and federal enforcement tactics, particularly following the deaths of Alex Pretti and Renee Good in Minneapolis. Rallies in Foley Square and marches to Washington Square…

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Jordan Neely March

In a dramatic display of dissent, protesters took to the streets of New York City on Saturday, marching from Broadway-Lafayette St to Lexington Av/63 St. Chanting slogans and brandishing signs, the protesters made their voices heard. But the demonstration took a more dangerous turn when the group entered the Lexington subway station, where they obstructed…

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