Core Viewpoint - Protests against the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have intensified in New York and California, leading to clashes with law enforcement and multiple arrests, highlighting the ongoing tensions surrounding immigration enforcement policies under the Trump administration [1][5][6]. Group 1: Protests and Clashes - Nearly 150 protesters clashed with police in Manhattan, New York, protesting against ICE's increased enforcement actions, resulting in over 20 arrests [1]. - In Los Angeles, similar protests occurred with around 500 demonstrators gathering to oppose ICE actions, leading to confrontations with local police [5]. - Protesters expressed their discontent with ICE's detention practices, particularly in court settings, indicating a desire to disrupt ICE operations [3]. Group 2: Government Response - The U.S. Department of Homeland Security praised law enforcement's rapid response to the protests, emphasizing that ICE will continue its enforcement actions despite the unrest [5]. - President Trump ordered the deployment of the National Guard to Los Angeles to address the unrest stemming from ICE's immigration enforcement [5][7]. - Trump's administration has maintained a hardline stance on illegal immigration, with ongoing efforts to detain and deport undocumented individuals [6].