Boston Protesters Rally Against ICE Crackdown

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Protesters gathered in Boston on Saturday for the second consecutive day to show opposition to the Trump administration's immigration crackdown, with organizers saying the protest on Boston Common would feature several speakers. Many attendees carried signs with slogans criticizing ICE, and a band played music for the crowd. The protest came a day after another large anti-ICE demonstration outside the Boston Public Library, and as Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey proposed legislation and an executive order to limit immigration enforcement in the state.

Why it matters

The Boston protests are part of a broader national movement opposing the Trump administration's aggressive immigration enforcement policies, which have faced backlash from state and local governments seeking to limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities. The demonstrations highlight the political tensions over immigration and the impact on immigrant communities.

The details

Thousands of protesters gathered on Boston Common on Saturday, carrying signs with slogans like "ICE out everywhere, Boston stands with Minnesota" and "Hands off our immigrant neighbors." Organizers said the protest would feature several speakers. The demonstration followed another large anti-ICE protest outside the Boston Public Library on Friday, where some local businesses showed support by closing or displaying protest signs.

• The Saturday protest on Boston Common took place on January 31, 2026.
• Another large anti-ICE protest was held outside the Boston Public Library on January 30, 2026.

What’s next

The Massachusetts legislature will consider Governor Healey's proposed legislation to limit ICE's ability to conduct arrests and operations in the state.