In a heated demonstration early Thursday, around 150 protesters rallied outside a U.S. Coast Guard base in Alameda, California. The gathering aimed to oppose the arrival of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents as part of federal efforts to locate undocumented immigrants. Activists carried signs emphasizing their stance against perceived militarization and increased enforcement actions in their communities. Tensions escalated when police deployed flash-bang grenades to clear some protesters from the entrance. This pushback comes after local leaders, including San Francisco Mayor and California Governor, condemned the federal agency’s maneuver, fearing it may provoke further unrest. The operation is seen as part of a broader crackdown on immigration policies ahead of national elections.
Protest against Federal Immigration Crackdown in Alameda
Protest against Federal Immigration Crackdown in Alameda
Hundreds gather outside Coast Guard base to protest federal efforts targeting undocumented immigrants as tensions rise in the Bay Area.
On Thursday, around 150 protesters assembled outside a U.S. Coast Guard base in Alameda, California, expressing opposition to federal agents arriving to assist in tracking undocumented immigrants. Law enforcement intervened, using flash-bang grenades to disperse some demonstrators. Local leaders condemned the increased federal presence, suggesting it may incite unrest. Activists emphasized their commitment to protecting immigrant communities, underscoring growing tensions over immigration policy.
