Student Protests Erupt in San Jose Over Immigration Enforcement

Concerns over immigration enforcement are growing nationwide as President Trump moves forward with large-scale deportations. In San Jose, these fears turned into action as students at Overfelt High School walked out in protest, joining a wave of demonstrations calling for protection of undocumented families.

Hundreds of students, many personally affected by immigration policies, took to the streets yesterday. The protest was organized by a group of sophomores determined to raise awareness about the impact of ICE activity in their community. "I have a lot of friends with undocumented families, and they were scared to even come to school today," said one student.

The fear extends beyond school walls. Kevin Alvarado, another protester, spoke about friends who haven’t attended school in weeks due to uncertainty at home. "They fear for their safety and their families," he shared. Many students also voiced concerns about immigration agents appearing on school campuses, adding to the anxiety that has gripped their community.

With the support of their principal, the students marched to Story and King Roads, an area at the heart of the immigrant community. ICE agents had been spotted there days earlier, sparking further unrest. Demonstrators briefly blocked part of the intersection, emphasizing their call for change.

Activists drew parallels between this protest and historic student-led movements for social justice. “Many major movements started with students taking action, and that’s what we’re seeing today,” said one supporter.

Meanwhile, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) maintains that their mission is to enforce immigration laws and ensure public safety. However, the students and their supporters say they will not stop until their community feels secure.

The protest in San Jose is part of a broader movement against stepped-up immigration enforcement, as communities across the country grapple with the implications of deportation policies.