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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May Day Free Palestine Protest

On May 1st, 2024, Foley Square buzzed with vibrant energy as over a thousand people of all types converged for the May Day Free Palestine Protest in NYC. Armed with signs and fueled by determination, they marched joyously through the streets to Washington Square Park. The diverse crowd, representing a kaleidoscope of backgrounds and beliefs,…

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Free Palestine Protest Union Square

On March 8th, 2024, the Free Palestine Protest in Union Square, NYC was a powerful and impassioned gathering that brought together a diverse and passionate community in solidarity with the Palestinian people. hundreds of demonstrators filled the streets of Brooklyn, united in their demand for justice and peace in the Middle East. a group of…

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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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