Protests Against Immigration Policies Spark Violence, Three Arrested in Glendale

Recent protests against U.S. immigration policies have led to significant incidents in California and Arizona. On Presidents Day, February 17, 2025, the 'Not My Presidents Day' protests organized by the 50501 movement took place across California, opposing federal immigration actions perceived as anti-democratic (The Epoch Times). Meanwhile, in Glendale, Arizona, a protest on February 2 escalated into chaos, resulting in the theft and vandalism of police vehicles and subsequent arrests of a 20-year-old man and two 16-year-olds on charges including vehicle theft and rioting (Fox 10 Phoenix, KTAR, AZFamily). The Glendale Police utilized surveillance and social media to track and apprehend the suspects, showcasing the integration of technology in modern policing (AZFamily, Fox 10 Phoenix). Despite the peaceful start, the Glendale protest turned violent with acts of vandalism and confrontations with police, highlighting tensions surrounding immigration policies (KTAR, AZFamily).