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Most of the evening was peaceful, with a few protesters turning to vandalism in a tight area -- actions that brought police to move in closer and ultimately work to disperse the crowd.
Hundreds of noncitizens facing deportation were told to check in at their field office in Tukwila, but when they showed up, the office was closed.
In a joint press conference Friday morning, city, state, and county leaders called on protesters to remain peaceful during protests.
Multiple protests have commenced in Seattle and surrounding areas Saturday, including one during the University of Washington’s (UW) graduation.
Protests over federal immigration enforcement raids and President Donald Trump’s move to mobilize the National Guard and Marines to Los Angeles are spreading nationwide and are expected to continue into the weekend.
City and state officials say they are prepared for one of the largest protests in Seattle since President Donald Trump began his second term.
Approximately 70,000 people joined the "No Kings" protest in Cal Anderson Park before marching to the Space Needle and then the Seattle Center in downtown.
Protests over federal immigration enforcement raids are flaring up around the country, and officials in cities large and small are preparing for major demonstrations against President Donald Trump this weekend.
State leaders and law enforcement are bracing for a day of protest against President Trump’s immigration actions across Washington on Saturday.