Chaos erupts as ICE protesters prompt state of emergency in Spokane, Washington
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The state of emergency in Spokane, Washington, was declared after protesters defied Mayor Lisa Brown’s directive to adhere to a curfew set from 9:30 p.m. Wednesday to 5 a.m. the next day.

Brown issued the curfew amid ICE protests downtown from Boone Ave to Spokane Falls Blvd and Howard St to Division St, as well as Riverfront Park.

These protests were sparked when former Spokane City Councilman Ben Stuckart called for action in support of a Venezuelan asylum seeker’s detainment.

His post, stated, “ACTION ALERT: I became the legal guardian three weeks ago to a young Venezuelan asylum seeker. After submitting all paperwork, he has a pending court hearing. When I accompanied him to his ICE check-in today, he was detained and is being transferred to Tacoma. I urge you to join me at 411 West Cataldo by 2 p.m. if you oppose these illegal detentions. I intend to block the bus and welcome anyone to join me…….The Latino community needs us urgently. Not later or this weekend, but right now!!!!”

Brown also released a statement on the gathering.

“I am aware of the situation unfolding outside of the Federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement office in Spokane. The City of Spokane respects and upholds everyone’s First Amendment rights and right to be on public property.  

tear gas deployed on spokane crowd

Crowds disperse as police deploy tear gas.  (KAYU-TV)

“The City of Spokane continues to uphold the Keep Washington Working Act. The Spokane Police Department will address violations of Spokane Municipal Code.  

“I encourage everyone to remain peaceful and safe, and my heart goes out to families being separated. Our unity is stronger than any attempt to divide us.”  

Several protesters have been taken into custody on “failure to disperse” charge and SPD has deployed tear gas on the crowd. 

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