A protest against a local immigration detention facility in Santa Ana, California, turned violent after clashes erupted between demonstrators and law enforcement. At least one protester suffered a severe eye injury, reportedly caused by a “less-lethal” projectile fired by officers during the confrontation. The incident has drawn sharp criticism from civil rights advocates who are calling for an independent investigation into the police department’s use of force.
Date: January 16, 2026. Source: apnews.com