14 Events Planned for San Diego County So Far
Please see below for information regarding rallies around the San Diego area this weekend, in response to the killing of Rene Good this past Wednesday, January 7th.
In response to the murder of Rene Good, a Minneapolis woman killed by federal immigration agents on Wednesday, Jan. 7, residents across San Diego are coming together to protest the increasing use of violent tactics by these agencies and demand that ICE and related agencies “get out.”
“What Americans witnessed this week with the killing of Rene Good by a federal law enforcement official was yet another brazen escalation against the American people,” said Richard C., an organizer with 50501 North County San Diego.
“The President has openly embraced the use of violence against those he perceives as his enemies or those who speak out against him, whether directing a mob of angry people to invade the Capitol in an attempt to overturn an election, showing disdain and disregard of political assassinations (unless he believes they are on ‘his side’), or suggesting his followers assault protesters.”¹
He continued: “His staff and apparatus are also repeating these messages of violence and unaccountability, for example the President’s advisor Stephen Miller letting law enforcement know they are now ‘unleashed,’² and claiming the president (and by extension related law enforcement agencies) have ‘plenary authority’³ to commit whatever crimes they see fit with impunity. There are at least five people who have died as a direct result of this top-down direction and agents’ lawless behavior,? and it seems inevitable they will continue to operate without transparency or regard for the public’s safety until the American people demand and force accountability.”
Multiple rallies will be held across San Diego in memory of Rene Good and others who have lost their lives as a result of federal immigration enforcement, and to demand accountability for federal agents’ violent and lawless behavior.
RALLY DETAILS:
North County
Escondido: “ICE OUT OF ESCONDIDO” / “Community Gathering for Accountability and Solidarity” Sunday, Jan. 11, 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m., corner of Ash Street and East Valley Parkway (near 1201 E. Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92027). Whistles will be distributed to individuals interested in forming patrol groups. Media contact: Richard Cannon, rwolters3@gmail.com, 770-653-6138
Temecula (Riverside Co.) : “ICE OUT FOR GOOD” Saturday, Jan. 10, 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Duck Pond (near 28250 Ynez Road, Temecula, CA 92591). Media contact Robert Blackman, Robertwblackman13@gmail.com, 792-769-8867
Oceanside: “Candlelight Vigil” Sunday, Jan 11 5:00 p.m. – 6:15 p.m., Oceanside Civic Center (300 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054). Candlelight vigil to remember those killed by immigration enforcement or during detention. Organized by Sowing Seeds of Dignity, DEMCCO, and PP&J. Media contact Michele Cyr, michele.cyr@sbcglobal.net, 951-970-0372. Photos/videos – https://drive.proton.me/urls/GS65NBYKMW#tnhdo6WrRktM
Encinitas: “ICE OUT FOR GOOD” Saturday, Jan. 10, 3:00 p.m., corner of Encinitas Blvd and El Camino Real (1424 Encinitas Blvd). Participants are encouraged to wear black in mourning of Rene Good.
Poway: Sunday, Jan. 11, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., corner of Community Road & Poway Road (near 13408 Poway Rd, Poway, CA 92064). Photos/videos – https://drive.proton.me/urls/XYQS7XS3KM#hmEMhvcmpvUE
Rancho Bernardo: “ICE OUT FOR GOOD” Saturday, Jan 10, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Bernardo Center Drive Overpass (near 16410 Bernardo Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92128). Photos/videos https://drive.proton.me/urls/X6ARDFFKZR#jUeTY6kSKuc4
Central
San Diego: “ICE OUT FOR GOOD” Saturday, Jan. 10, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Taylor Street Bridge (I8 Exit 3, near 440 Taylor St, San Diego, CA 92103). Bannering over I-8. Media contact visibilitybrigadesandiego@gmail.com. Photos/videos – https://drive.proton.me/urls/W5PPQVC8DW#krRGeuY1jz08
Mira Mesa: “ICE OUT FOR GOOD” Saturday, Jan. 10, 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m., corner of Mira Mesa Bldvd & Westview Pkwy. Media contact Margaret Dooley-Sammuli, margdoosamm@gmail.com, 858-336-3685
Del Mar: “ICE OUT FOR GOOD” Saturday, Jan. 10, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Del Mar Civic Center (1050 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014).
Pacific Beach: “ICE OUT FOR GOOD” Saturday, Jan. 10th 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., corner of Crown Point Drive & Ingraham Street (near 3301 Crown Point Dr, San Diego, CA 92109)
East County
El Cajon: “ICE OUT FOR GOOD” Saturday, Jan. 10, 11:00 a.m., Parkway Plaza (415 Fletcher Pkwy, El Cajon, CA 92020). Participants are encouraged to wear black in mourning of Rene Good. Media contact Connie Elder, connie.elder@gcccd.edu
Julian: “ICE OUT FOR GOOD” Sunday, Jan. 11, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m., 4510 CA-78, Julian, CA 92036. Photos/videos – https://drive.proton.me/urls/32PTK23QK4#Y8v2e8AulEx7
Borrego Springs: “ICE OUT FOR GOOD” Saturday, Jan. 10th 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., Christmas Circle (near 700 Christmas Cir, Borrego Springs, CA 92004).
South County
Chula Vista: “ICE OUT OF CHULA VISTA” Saturday, Jan. 10, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., corner of Birch Road and Millenia Avenue (near 1610 Millenia Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91915). Participants are encouraged to bring shelf stable food pantry items to distribute to local residents in need. Media contact Janine Manchel, pestibear@gmail.com, 858-229-9738. pestibear@gmail.com, 858-229-9738. Photos/videos – https://drive.proton.me/urls/Z8KGZ4KC20#mmYukSSIXoqp
“OCCUPY OTAY” Sunday, Jan. 11th, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., Otay Mesa Detention Center (7488 Calzada de la Fuente, San Diego, CA 92154)
Citations:
Russell Berman, “A Timeline of Trump’s Violent Rhetoric,” The Atlantic, Oct. 28, 2024, https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2024/10/trump-violent-rhetoric-timeline/680403/.
Andrew Feinberg, “Stephen Miller says Trump has ‘unleashed’ National Guard and ICE agents,” The Independent, Jan. 8, 2025, https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/memphis-stephen-miller-unleashed-national-guard-b2837719.html.
“Stephen Miller Claims Trump Has ‘Plenary Authority’ During Tense CNN Interview,” Time, Jan. 8, 2025, https://time.com/7324096/stephen-miller-plenary-authority-cnn-glitch-trump-national-guard-deployment/.
Trisha Ahmed, “What to know about a Minnesota woman fatally shot by ICE agents and 4 others who died after immigration arrests,” Associated Press, Jan. 9, 2025, https://apnews.com/article/immigration-deaths-ice-shooting-minneapolis-1ac73bb8e4b42f3e560e00f4a719f3db.
County Chair Calls for Peaceful Demonstrations Following Killing of U.S. Citizen by ICE in Minnesota
SAN DIEGO — Ahead of a weekend expected to include demonstrations nationwide following the killing of a U.S. citizen and mother in Minneapolis, San Diego County Board of Supervisors Chair Terra Lawson-Remer urged San Diegans to raise their voice in protest peacefully, safely, and with care for one another.
“An ICE agent shot and killed a U.S. citizen and mother, and the Trump Administration’s response has been to obscure the facts rather than own the consequences,” Lawson-Remer said. “When the federal government responds to the loss of life with spin instead of accountability, people must speak out — peacefully, with care for one another, and moral clarity.”
Lawson-Remer emphasized that peaceful protest has long been a powerful and essential tool for protecting civil rights and holding institutions accountable.
“Peaceful protest is how communities have always forced change and defended democracy,” she said. “It is strongest when it is grounded in nonviolence, mutual care, and moral clarity.”
Lawson-Remer has been a consistent supporter of peaceful civic action in San Diego in response to federal immigration enforcement practices. In recent months, she has served as a lead convener alongside immigrant families, labor leaders, and faith organizations of the regular, nonviolent 10AM Thursday morning demonstrations outside U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement offices in Downtown San Diego, calling for due process, transparency, and accountability.
Lawson-Remer is also leading the passage of the County’s CLEAR Ordinance, strengthening civil rights protections and setting clear limits on local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement to safeguard due process. She has also supported federal legislation requiring immigration enforcement officers to clearly identify themselves and prohibiting the use of masks or other concealment that obscures an agent’s identity during enforcement actions, reinforcing transparency and public trust.
Upcoming Demonstrations This Weekend –[SEE ARTICLE ABOVE]
Peaceful demonstrations are planned across the San Diego region this weekend, with events scheduled on Saturday, January 10, in Pacific Beach, Mira Mesa, Del Mar, Encinitas, and Chula Vista, and on Sunday, January 11, in Escondido. Most events are scheduled between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
More locations are being added, including San Diego. Stay tuned.