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'Abolish ICE' messaging is back. Is it any more likely this time?

January 18, 2026

Protests advocating for the abolition of ICE have resurfaced, highlighted by a demonstration in Los Angeles featuring a large balloon of President Trump in a Russian military uniform. Polls indicate a nearly even split in public opinion, with 46% supporting the abolishment of ICE and 43% opposing it, primarily driven by progressive Democrats.

A 15-foot-tall balloon, depicting US President Donald Trump wearing a Russian military uniform, is displayed during a protest against ICE and Trump's immigration crackdown outside the Federal Building in Los Angeles, California on January 16, 2026. (Photo by Frederic J. Brown / AFP via Getty Images)

Credit: (Frederic J. Brown / AFP via Getty Images)

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Protests against ICE have reignited, especially among progressive Democrats.
A notable demonstration in Los Angeles featured a balloon of President Trump in a military uniform.
Polls show 46% of Americans support abolishing ICE, while 43% oppose it.

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'Abolish ICE' messaging is back. Is it any more likely this time?

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'Abolish ICE' messaging is back. Is it any more likely this time?

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