Anti-ICE protesters rally in Milan as Winter Olympics get under way

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Hundreds of protesters gathered in front of the Milano Cortina Winter Games' main hub in San Siro Stadium on Friday, holding plastic whistles and banners that read "ICE should be in my drinks, not my city." The student-led demonstration came as a stark contrast to the festive atmosphere surrounding the opening ceremony, where US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio were attending.

The protesters are opposed to the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials providing security for the US delegation at the games. This decision has sparked widespread outrage both domestically in the United States and internationally. The presence of ICE agents, a separate division from the Department of Homeland Security involved in President Trump's aggressive deportation push, particularly raises questions about their role in policing communities.

Italy's Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi recently clarified that HSI would operate only within US diplomatic missions, maintaining they "are not operational agents" and "have no executive function." However, protesters disagree with this stance. The rallies are also seen as an opportunity to express global solidarity against the Trump administration's deportation policies.

The protests have been sparked in response to reports of violence carried out by ICE agents across the United States. A five-year-old boy was detained alongside his father following the fatal shootings of two US citizens. Protesters believe that this anti-immigration police is carrying out human rights abuses in the country, and therefore they should not be allowed to protect visiting dignitaries.

"It's a good opportunity to show that the rest of the world is not okay with what's happening in Minnesota," said Katie Legare, a protester from Minnesota currently studying abroad. The rally has drawn international attention, highlighting concerns over police actions against immigrants in the US and prompting students around the world to demand change.

As the Winter Olympics got underway, protesters took to the streets of Milan, calling for visiting US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio to leave. They displayed solidarity with marginalized communities affected by the Trump administration's deportation policies, sparking debate over US immigration policy.

A rally in support of anti-ICE activists has been organized at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy amidst international criticism.
 
I dont get why people are making a big deal about this... like, its just some whistles and banners, right? 🤔 But I guess its kinda interesting that these students are speaking out against ICE agents showing up to the games. Im not saying its a bad thing or anything, but like, is it really necessary for security? Can't they just leave? And what's with all this fuss about US immigration policy? Its like, its their problem, not ours... 🤷‍♂️
 
OMG u guys 🤯 I'm literally shook by these protests outside San Siro Stadium! The fact that ppl are fighting against ICE agents being present at the Winter Games is, like, totally understandable 💖 I mean who wants to see their city turned into a war zone? 🌪️ And can we talk about how messed up it is that US officials have to deal with this drama while they're trying to enjoy the games? 🏅 It's all about solidarity and standing up for marginalized communities 🤝 Italy is doing its part by clarifying HSI's role, but I'm still lowkey worried about those protesters 🙅‍♀️ The world is literally watching, and we need to make sure our voices are heard! 💥
 
OMG, can u imagine protesting against ICE agents at the Winter Games? 🤯 It's like they're sending a strong message that US deportation policies are not cool, and we shouldn't let them bring that negativity to our cities! 😒 I feel for the protesters, especially those who lost loved ones due to ICE actions. 5-year-old boy detained with his dad?! 😭 That's just heartbreaking.

I think it's awesome that this rally is sparking international conversations about human rights and police brutality against immigrants. We should definitely stand together and demand change! 💖 The fact that US diplomats are being protected by agents who allegedly carry out human rights abuses is just not right. It's time for the US to re-examine its immigration policies and prioritize compassion over enforcement.

It's interesting to see how this protest has drawn solidarity from people around the world, especially students like Katie Legare, who are speaking out against systemic injustices. We need more voices like hers! 🌟 The impact of these rallies will likely be felt for a long time, so let's keep supporting each other and pushing for positive change! 💪
 
🤔 This is a whole thing now... I mean, I was expecting some peaceful protests, but this is intense. Like, people are literally holding whistles and signs that say "ICE should be in my drinks, not my city"... that's like, deep. And the fact that it's student-led? That's really cool (and a little concerning, tbh). These kids are all about speaking out against injustice... I respect that. 🙌

But at the same time, I feel like we're gonna see some pushback from the US government and their supporters. Like, how are they gonna respond to this? Are they gonna try to shut it down or something? This is getting real quick... 💥
 
I get why ppl are upset about ICE agents bein' present at the Milano Winter Games... it feels like they're showin' up to a party uninvited 😒. On one hand, I get that the protesters wanna highlight the issues with US deportation policies and show solidarity with marginalized communities 🤝. But on the other hand, can't we just have a chill atmosphere at a international event? 🤷‍♀️ It's like, can't they just focus on the sports instead of stirrin' up controversy? I think it's great that students from around the world are speakin' out against human rights abuses 💪, but maybe we should also try to find ways to bring people together rather than tearin' them apart 🌈.
 
man, this is wild 🤯... think about it, they're protesting because ICE agents are there to keep a lid on things, but what if that's not their intention? 🕵️‍♂️ what if they're actually just doing their job and trying to keep the peace, but somehow that's gonna be seen as pro-deportation? 🤷‍♂️ i mean, is it possible that someone's got an agenda here and we're missing it? 💡 maybe the real issue isn't even ICE, but who benefits from all this drama... just sayin' 😏
 
I mean come on, another example of how hard it is to organize a peaceful protest without getting lost in all the drama 🤦‍♂️. The whole thing feels like a PR stunt, if you ask me. I get that people are upset about the presence of ICE agents at these events, but can't we just focus on the issue without turning it into some grand spectacle? And what's with the lack of clarity from Italy's government on this whole thing? Are they trying to send a message or just winging it? 🤔 It's all so frustrating.
 
ICE shouldnt be in any city 🤔🚫. Who gives them permission to just show up and cause trouble? 😒 The student-led demo is super brave 💪, showing that people care about human rights 🌎. Italy's government is being really cool by saying HSI will only operate within US diplomatic missions 🤝, but protesters are still mad 🔥. They're right to question ICE agents' role in policing communities 👮‍♂️. It's time for change 💡 and more understanding between nations 🌈. The fact that this is drawing international attention is amazing 🌎👏!
 
Ugh, come on people, can't you see what's going down here? It's all about the optics, fam 🤦‍♂️. The protesters are protesting because they think it's a PR stunt for the US to have ICE agents at these games. I mean, Italy just told them that HSI is only operating within diplomatic missions, but do the protesters believe that? Apparently not 🙄. It's like, you can't just protest because you're mad about something without doing your research first. The whole thing reeks of clickbait, if you ask me 🤔. And what really gets my goat is how they're using this to draw attention to themselves instead of actually making a difference 💁‍♀️. Just saying.
 
🤔 this is so messed up, i mean, ice agents showing up at a winter games its like they think its their own country or somethin 🚫 the fact that its a student led protest just goes to show that young ppl arent buying whats goin on with trumps deportation policies it feels like international solidarity vs americans doin a bad thing right now ⏰ i wonder if ice is gonna back down or keep pushin this agenda 🤷‍♀️
 
🤔 I think it's pretty messed up that the ICE agents are still gonna be there to protect the US delegation at these games. It's like, what's the point of even having a protest if they're just gonna show up and do whatever they want? 🚫 The fact that protesters are so upset about it is telling - I mean, who wants some random immigration agent hanging around their city, especially when they've got a history of violence against immigrants? 🤕 It's not like the Italian government made this decision lightly or anything... Matteo Piantedosi was trying to downplay it, saying that HSI isn't an actual agency and doesn't have any real power. But let's be real, we all know how this works - politicians just say what they want us to hear to shut people up. 😒 Anyway, I think it's awesome that these protesters are using the Olympics as a way to bring attention to some really important issues. Maybe it'll actually make some difference... 🤞
 
I'm totally bummed about this whole ICE thing... I mean, can you imagine if they showed up to a rave or a music festival? 🤯 It's like, what even is that?! They're not exactly known for being chill 😎. And now they're at the Winter Olympics, of all places! It's like, can't we just have some peace and tranquility while we watch some sick snowboarding skills? ❄️

But seriously, it's a pretty messed up situation. I mean, who gives out ICE agents to protect dignitaries? That just seems super sketchy 🤔. And the fact that they're trying to downplay their role is just, like, not true, man 😒.

It's awesome that people are speaking out and demanding change, though! We need more voices like Katie Legare's, who's willing to stand up for what's right even if it's hard 💪. And yeah, this rally in Milan was super cool... I mean, solidarity is key, you know? 🤝
 
I think its pretty messed up that ICE is there protecting some VIPs from the rest of us 🤯. I mean, we're supposed to be enjoying this beautiful game but instead we've got these whistles blowing and banners waving about human rights abuses. It's like, come on Italy, you gotta take a stand here. Can't just let them bring in their toxic cops and expect everything to be fine? We need to show some solidarity with the marginalized communities who are suffering from Trumps deportation policies. This is bigger than just a Winter Olympics, it's about what kind of world we want to live in 🌎💖
 
I'm worried about this situation... ICE agents are there to protect the country's interests, but I think it's a big no-no for them to be involved in something like the Winter Games. It's like, we're supposed to be one world, you know? 🌎 And these protests are just showing that people all over the globe care about human rights and don't want to see anyone being treated unfairly.

It's interesting how this is sparking debate on US immigration policy... I think it's time for them to take a closer look at their actions. It's not like they're trying to create a better world, but rather creating more divisions between people. 😕 And I gotta say, it's crazy that a 5-year-old boy was detained with his dad because of some tragic event... what kind of world are we living in?

I'm all for freedom and equality, but this just seems like a mess. Can't we find a way to resolve our differences without hurting innocent people? 🤔
 
🤔 just saw that protest in Milan and I gotta say, I'm kinda with them 🙌 its not cool that ICE is patrolling around our cities when there are already enough issues to deal with 🚫ICEs role in policing communities should be called out for sure, they can't just walk into a city and start enforcing laws 👮‍♂️ especially not while they're committing human rights abuses across the US 🌎 its time we stand together and say that kind of policing is NOT okay 😡
 
🤝 omg u guys its like totally unacceptable that ice isnt just gonna chill outside the stadium and let ppl enjoy the games without a bunch of drama 🎉 but seriously i think its super smart that these students are speaking out against the deportation policies its like their voices matter too 🗣️ & btw kudos to them for being brave enough to share their concerns publicly 👍
 
🤔 what's really going on here? It's like they're trying to whitewash their bad reputation by sending ICE agents to security gigs abroad... Meanwhile, back home, protests are getting louder about police brutality against immigrants. It's a two-faced approach that just doesn't sit right with me 🙅‍♂️.

And I mean, what's up with the fact that HSI agents aren't even supposed to have executive power? But still, they're carrying out arrests and detentions like it's no big deal... That 5-year-old boy who got detained alongside his dad is just a horrific example of how ICE is treating people unfairly. We should be focusing on fixing these problems at home rather than trying to export them to the rest of the world 🌎.

It's time for some real change, not just lip service to human rights...
 
I'm really concerned about what's going on in the States right now 🤕. I mean, a 5-year-old kid got detained with his dad after some ICE agents were involved in some fatal shootings... it just doesn't sit right with me. The fact that they're trying to tell us they're not operational agents is pretty laughable 😂. It's like they want us to believe they're doing the right thing, but we all know that's not true.

I'm also really proud of these students who are standing up for what's right, even if it means going against the establishment 🙌. I mean, it's great that they're showing solidarity with marginalized communities and demanding change. We need more people like them in positions of power, you know? It's time to take a stand and make some noise about these deportation policies... we can't just sit back and do nothing 💪.
 
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