Protests Against ICE Tactics Continue Across L.A.

Cyclists, activists, and community members rally in response to recent killings by immigration enforcement officers.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 5:55pm

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Demonstrations against federal immigration raids and the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by immigration enforcement officers in Minneapolis continued throughout the weekend across Los Angeles. Hundreds of cyclists participated in a 'Unity Ride' to honor Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse and cycling enthusiast who was killed by ICE agents. Other protests were held in Culver City, Aliso Viejo, and downtown L.A., where police arrested eight people after clashing with a crowd of around 200 demonstrators.

Why it matters

The nationwide protests reflect growing concerns over aggressive immigration enforcement tactics and the use of force against protesters exercising their rights. The killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti have galvanized activists to demand accountability and a shift in approach from federal immigration authorities.

The details

On Saturday, hundreds of cyclists participated in a 'Unity Ride' in Santa Monica to honor Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse and cycling enthusiast who was killed by ICE agents. Protesters also gathered in Culver City, Aliso Viejo, and downtown L.A. to voice their opposition to federal immigration raids and the use of force against demonstrators. In downtown L.A., a protest on Friday evening ended with police pushing into the crowd and using a chemical agent, leading to eight arrests.

  • The nationwide demonstrations began on Friday, January 30, 2026.
  • The 'Unity Ride' in Santa Monica took place on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
  • The protest in downtown L.A. occurred on Friday evening, January 30, 2026.

The players

Damian Kevitt

Executive director of Streets Are For Everyone, an organization that aims to make streets safer for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers.

Alex Pretti

An ICU nurse and cycling enthusiast who was killed by immigration enforcement officers in Minneapolis.

Renee Good

An individual who was killed by immigration enforcement officers in Minneapolis.

Kevin Terzes

A spokesperson for the Los Angeles Police Department.

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What they’re saying

“These are just cyclists, clubs, bike shops and individuals who have come together and said, 'Hey, Alex was one of us. He was an ICU nurse, he loved the outdoors, he loved cyclists and he loved cycling.'”

— Damian Kevitt, Executive director of Streets Are For Everyone (latimes.com)

“What he was doing was not a terrorist activity — he was exercising his right as a citizen and he was killed. We shouldn't be in fear of being killed by exercising our rights. … Even if you don't agree with someone's political stance, you shouldn't be penalized for having a political stance.”

— Damian Kevitt, Executive director of Streets Are For Everyone (latimes.com)

What’s next

The Los Angeles Police Department is investigating the circumstances surrounding the arrests made during the protest in downtown L.A. on Friday evening.

The takeaway

The ongoing protests in Los Angeles and across the country highlight the growing public concern over aggressive immigration enforcement tactics and the use of force against individuals exercising their right to protest. The killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti have galvanized activists to demand accountability and a shift in approach from federal immigration authorities.