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ICE arrests in downtown Austin sparks protests outside City Hall
Summary by The Austin Editorial Desk Katie Pratt , as published by FOX 7 Austin
· August 8, 2026
· 1 min read
An immigration enforcement operation unfolded directly outside Austin City Hall on Thursday morning, interrupting a city budget meeting and drawing sharp condemnation from local officials and community advocates.
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