ICE Detentions Spark Protest Outside San Francisco Courthouse

Activists Rally Against ICE Detentions at San Francisco Courthouse San Francisco, May 29, 2025 – A protest took place in San Francisco on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, outside the immigration court at 100 Montgomery Street. Activists rallied against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for detaining individuals near courthouses in the Bay Area. The protest followed reports of ICE agents detaining individuals immediately after their court appearances. NBC Bay Area reporter Bob Redell provided live coverage from the protest, stating, "Yesterday we did see ICE agents detaining people who had court appearances." He noted that while no ICE activity was visible during the live report, the protest highlighted concerns about the intimidation tactics employed by ICE. Luis Angel Reyes Savalza, San Francisco Deputy Public Defender for the Immigration Unit, expressed concern about the chilling effect these tactics have on immigrant communities. "It is unclear to us exactly who it is that they are targeting," Savalza said, "but these are people who are in court proceedings already, in immigration court, who are applying for relief in this country lawfully." He emphasized the importance of immigrants understanding their legal rights and seeking legal representation to avoid being deterred from attending court hearings. The Department of Homeland Security's statement regarding the reversal of Biden's catch and release policy was also mentioned. The video concluded with a QR code to download a "Red Card" outlining the rights of those who may be detained by ICE, available in multiple languages. This initiative aims to empower individuals facing immigration proceedings.