Dozens Arrested After Anti-ICE Protest at NYC Hotel

Demonstrators gathered outside a Manhattan hotel, refusing orders to disperse

Jan. 27, 2026 at 9:31pm

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Police arrested dozens of demonstrators Tuesday night after an anti-ICE protest erupted outside a Manhattan hotel. The protest broke out at the Hilton Garden Inn on Sixth Avenue in the Tribeca neighborhood, drawing a large police response as demonstrators gathered near the entrance and refused orders to disperse.

Why it matters

Protests against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have become increasingly common in recent years, as activists voice concerns over the agency's immigration enforcement policies and practices. This incident highlights the ongoing tensions between law enforcement and demonstrators over such issues.

The details

Witnesses said protesters were repeatedly warned for more than 45 minutes to leave the area but failed to comply. Law enforcement officials then moved in to clear the scene and make arrests. A local ABC affiliate reported that at least 40 people were taken into custody as officers worked to restore order.

  • The protest broke out on Tuesday night, January 27, 2026.

The players

Hilton Garden Inn

A hotel located in the Tribeca neighborhood of Manhattan, New York where the protest took place.

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The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing tensions between law enforcement and activists over immigration enforcement policies, and the challenges authorities face in balancing the right to protest with maintaining public order.