‘ICE out of Indio’ protest marches to City Hall, calls for accountability

INDIO, Calif. (KESQ)  - Dozens of protesters gathered Wednesday afternoon for a peaceful march in Indio calling for changes to immigration enforcement and greater accountability from federal authorities.

Organizers called the demonstration “ICE Out of Indio,” urging community members to stand in solidarity with people they said have been harmed by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Protesters met near 45th Street and Jackson Street around 4 p.m. and marched to Indio City Hall.

The event was promoted as a peaceful gathering, with organizers encouraging participants to address city leaders during public comment at the Indio City Council meeting, which began at 5 p.m. in the council chambers.

Stay with News Channel 3 for the full report at 10 p.m. and 11 p.m.