Hundreds protest outside ICE building in Durango after 2 children, father detained

posted by Kristi Wachter on May 2, 2026

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Federal agents used pepper spray, rubber bullets on peaceful protesters. The family was detained on their way to school, according to local nonprofit

October 28, 2025

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Hundreds of protesters chanted for hours Tuesday outside the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement field office in Durango, as two detained children were removed from the building, fueling the demand for answers from federal officials.

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posted by Kristi Wachter on May 2, 2026

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