Anti-ICE Protests Planned Across Southern California as Part of National 'ICE Out of Everywhere' Movement

National Day of Action Against ICE

• 📢 A nationwide protest movement, "ICE Out of Everywhere," is taking place today, with significant demonstrations planned across Southern California.
• 🛑 The action encourages businesses and individuals to stay home and stop spending as a form of protest against ICE activities.

Local Business Participation in Echo Park

• 🛍️ In Echo Park, businesses like Little Fish Seafood Restaurant on Sunset Boulevard are closing their doors in solidarity with the strike.
• 📝 Signs displayed by participating businesses clearly state "ICE Out of LA," indicating their support for the movement.
• ☕ A variety of establishments, including restaurants, gyms, and coffee shops, are participating by announcing they will not open today.

Motivations Behind the Protests

• 🚨 Activists cite recent ICE activity and the deaths of four individuals shot by federal agents during protests as key reasons for the demonstration.
• 💔 The protest specifically honors Alex Prey, Renee Good, Sio Viegas Gonzalez, and Keith Porter Jr., who were killed by federal agents.

Community Solidarity and Support

• 🤝 Local residents express surprise and encouragement at the widespread participation, highlighting a sense of collective action.
• ❤️ The movement aims to show that the community stands together, demonstrating that it's "more than just a handful of people."
• 📣 Residents are pledging to support businesses that close for the protest, reinforcing the message of mutual support within the neighborhood.

Scheduled Protest Locations and Times

• 📍 Demonstrations are scheduled at Pasadena City College (noon-1:00 p.m.), Burbank City Hall (12:30-1:30 p.m.), and LA City Hall (starting at 1:00 p.m.).
• 🏙️ The rally at LA City Hall is anticipated to be one of the largest events of the day.