A rally was held in Rochester to protest the deaths of two men killed in separate incidents involving ICE. The rally, which took place on a sunny Sunday morning, brought attention to the community's concerns about ICE's presence in the city.
The rally was organized by local community groups who are demanding justice for the victims and their families.
"We will not stand idly by while our community members are being harmed by ICE" said one of the organizers.
The deaths of the two men have sparked outrage in the community, with many calling for increased accountability and transparency from ICE. The rally was held in downtown Rochester, near the Genesee River, and was attended by hundreds of people.
The city of Rochester has a long history of immigration and has been a hub for refugee resettlement. The Rochester community has always been welcoming to newcomers, and the recent incidents have raised concerns about the safety and well-being of immigrant communities.
The rally was a call to action for the community to come together and demand change. Rochester residents are affected by the presence of ICE in their city and are calling for increased oversight and accountability.
The impact of the rally will be felt in the coming weeks and months as the community continues to organize and demand justice. The rally was a powerful statement of the community's commitment to protecting the rights and dignity of all residents, regardless of immigration status.
The city council is expected to discuss the issue at their next meeting, scheduled for August 1st, where they will consider a resolution calling for increased transparency and accountability from ICE.