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Protestors are marching in Dallas against ICE raids, aligning with demonstrators across the country in Los Angeles.
Author: Ben Sawyers
Published: 9:14 PM CDT June 9, 2025
Updated: 11:22 PM CDT June 9, 2025
DALLAS — Hundreds of protestors gathered Monday evening near Downtown Dallas to march in opposition to ICE raids happening across the country.
Protest organizers planned to meet at the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge around 7 p.m. Monday.
In a social media post, the march was described as a movement in solidarity with Los Angeles, where the Pentagon has deployed nearly 700 Marines and members of the National Guard.
Police were present at the protest since its beginning on Monday evening, and WFAA cameras have captured officers detaining at least two protestors. DPD confirmed that officers arrested one person, whose charges are pending.
Around 9:40 p.m., Dallas PD declared the protest an unlawful assembly, meaning protestors must disperse or face possible arrest.
Shortly after 10:15 p.m., officers moved in on the protestors, deploying pepper spray and smoke to clear the crowd. WFAA footage captured objects being thrown at officers, including water bottles and a firework.
The Dallas Police Department released the following statement ahead of the demonstration:
“The Dallas Police Department is aware of the activity planned for Monday, June 9th, at Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge. The Department will not interfere with a lawful and peaceful assembly of any individuals or groups expressing their first amendment rights. Participants will see our patrols as they always do at large events. Our main priority remains the safety of the people who live, work, and visit the city of Dallas.”
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