ICE Storm Hits NYC: Americans Clash Amid Baton-charge, Pepper Spray ‘Attack’ | New York ‘On Notice’ Protests erupted in New York City’s Chinatown after ICE conducted a raid targeting street vendors allegedly selling counterfeit goods. Video circulating online reportedly urged federal authorities to intervene, prompting vendors to flee and bystanders to block vehicles. Police clashed with demonstrators outside 26 Federal Plaza, using batons and pepper spray, and arrested multiple vendors and at least two locals. The Department of Homeland Security described the operation as intelligence-driven, involving multiple federal agencies. City officials, including Mayor Eric Adams and Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, condemned the enforcement, calling it unnecessary and designed to instill fear r
ICE Storm Hits NYC: Americans Clash Amid Baton-charge, Pepper Spray ‘Attack’

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