Griffin, GA Attorney News Archive

Over 100 students gathered at Georgia Southern University's Statesboro Campus on Wednesday to protest the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and advocate for compassion in immigration policy. The lead organizers, Jalaia Ross and Priscilla Allen, spoke passionately about the necessity of basic human rights while calling for unity among the diverse groups affected by ICE's operations.

The demonstration featured various chants and signs, many of which demanded the abolishment of ICE. This show of solidarity highlighted the students' dedication to civil rights and prompted a strong discourse, even attracting counter-protesters from the conservative group Turning Point USA.

Local political figures, such as Madeline Ryan Smith, commended the students for spearheading the first significant protest of this nature in over a decade. She emphasized the crucial role of civil litigation in addressing immigration injustices within Georgia. The event facilitated a vibrant exchange of ideas, mirroring a rising interest in human rights and corporate responsibility concerning immigration policy.