Nationwide 'ICE Out' Protests Sweep US Against Immigration Policies

Demonstrators rally against Trump administration's immigration enforcement measures.

Feb. 1, 2026 at 8:15pm

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Protests swept across the United States over the weekend as demonstrators rallied under the slogan "ICE Out", demanding an end to the Trump administration's immigration enforcement measures, according to CNN.

Why it matters

The protests are part of an ongoing national debate over the Trump administration's immigration policies, which have faced significant backlash from immigrant rights groups and Democratic-led cities.

The details

The protests marked a second consecutive day of demonstrations after a nationwide crackdown on illegal immigration. In response, President Trump instructed the Secretary of Homeland Security that the federal government would not assist with the protests unless local authorities requested help.

  • The protests took place over the weekend of February 1-2, 2026.

The players

Kristi Noem

The Secretary of Homeland Security under the Trump administration.

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What they’re saying

“I have instructed Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, that under no circumstances are we going to participate in various poorly run Democrat Cities with regard to their Protests and/or Riots unless, and until, they ask us for help.”

— President Trump (CNN)

The takeaway

The nationwide 'ICE Out' protests highlight the ongoing tensions over the Trump administration's immigration policies, with demonstrators demanding an end to enforcement measures while the federal government maintains a hardline stance.