LA Prepares for 'ICE Out of Everywhere' National Day of Action Protests

Nationwide Day of Action

• 📢 Activists are organizing a nationwide day of action called 'ICE Out Everywhere', urging a complete shutdown of normal activities.
• 🚫 The call to action includes no school, no work, and no shopping to show solidarity with the movement.

Business Closures and Solidarity

• 🏢 Many businesses across Southern California and nationwide have voluntarily closed their doors for the day.
• ☕ Examples include restaurants, clothing stores, hair salons, and coffee shops, with many displaying 'no ICE' signs.
• ⚠️ Some businesses are choosing to remain open, weighing the financial impact of closing against supporting the movement.

Scheduled Demonstrations

• 📍 Protests and rallies are scheduled in various locations, including Pasadena City College, Burbank City Hall, and LA City Hall.
• 🗣️ The demonstration at LA City Hall, beginning at 1:00 p.m., is anticipated to be one of the largest events of the day.

Potential Impacts and Considerations

• 📉 Businesses face the challenge of potential financial losses and the possibility of reduced staffing due to participation in the strike.
• ❓ It remains to be seen how widespread the participation will be and whether businesses will need to take precautionary measures like boarding up.
• 🗓️ Additional protests related to the anti-ICE movement are also planned for the upcoming weekend.