Demonstrations opposing President Trump's immigration policies took place across the U.S. over the weekend, with some protests leading to confrontations with law enforcement. In Arizona, a large group gathered Sunday to voice their dissent against the administration's deportation plans. Glendale police reported that a police vehicle was briefly commandeered by a protestor before being recovered. Authorities used chemical agents to disperse the crowd, citing assaults on officers and damage to property.

In Los Angeles, protestors blocked traffic on the 101 Freeway, causing significant disruptions. Similar demonstrations unfolded in other cities, including Houston and Atlanta, as public outcry against the stepped-up deportation efforts continues. The Trump administration aims to significantly increase the number of arrests and deportations, targeting not only those with criminal records but also individuals residing in the country illegally, regardless of criminal history. This marks a shift from the previous administration's policies, which prioritized the removal of violent offenders. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt reiterated the administration's stance, emphasizing that violating immigration laws constitutes a criminal act. However, legal experts clarify that while illegal border crossing is a crime, simply being present in the U.S. without authorization is a civil, not a criminal, offense. President Trump has pledged to deport millions of undocumented immigrants with criminal records, although data suggests the actual number of such individuals is far lower. Furthermore, research indicates that both legal and illegal immigrants have lower crime rates compared to U.S. citizens.