ICE office in S.F. shuts down after clash between agents, protesters

Protesters successfully shut down the San Francisco ICE headquarters on Tuesday afternoon, blocking the transfer of at least two immigrants arrested in Concord earlier that day. Approximately 30 individuals confronted federal agents, escalating tensions as agents pushed back protesters with batons and riot shields. Milli Atkinson, director of the Immigrant Legal Defense Program at the Bar Association of San Francisco, confirmed that the two detained immigrants were transferred to the ICE facility at 630 Sansome St. Mayor Daniel Lurie, approached by a protester, declined to engage further, despite acknowledging the anxiety within immigrant communities. The protest began around 1:58 p.

m. and culminated in a picket outside the headquarters, leading to the display of “Closed” signs by agents. The demonstration concluded around 3:10 p. m. , reflecting ongoing community resistance against ICE actions.

Recent weeks have seen a surge in ICE arrests in San Francisco, indicating a growing concern among local advocates. This event underscores the heightened tensions between federal immigration enforcement and local activists advocating for immigrant rights.