Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen Activates National Guard Ahead of Anti-ICE Protests at College World Series
Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen has taken decisive action ahead of anticipated far-left protests targeting Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) this weekend — including potential disruptions at the College World Series in Omaha.
Governor Pillen announced on X Friday that he has issued an emergency proclamation and authorized the deployment of the Nebraska National Guard and State Patrol if necessary to combat any civil unrest spurred by the anti-ICE agitators.
The protests, driven by far-left activist groups and open borders extremists, have reportedly been planned to coincide with the College World Series in Omaha — one of the most celebrated events in collegiate sports.
“With thousands of families, students, and tourists expected to attend, the governor emphasized his top priority: protecting life, property, and public safety.
As a precaution in anticipation of anti-ICE protests across Nebraska this weekend, including at the College World Series, I have issued an emergency proclamation and the appropriate orders to activate Nebraska National Guard and State Patrol personnel if necessary to address any civil disturbance.
Free speech will be respected and protected in Nebraska, but the lawlessness, chaos, and rioting seen in other cities in past weeks will not be tolerated here. I have taken the necessary steps to ensure we have the state resources necessary to promptly respond to disorder. Any person who poses a threat to life, health, or property will be arrested. Nebraskans across the state, as well as the thousands of visitors to Omaha for the College World Series, can rest assured that the State of Nebraska and our local partners have taken the appropriate steps to ensure security and order.
My team and I will remain in continuous contact with National Guard, State Patrol, and @NEMAtweets leaders in the coming days as we monitor developments and respond accordingly.”
Here is a copy of the emergency proclamation I signed today. pic.twitter.com/GvxvNynnsU
— Governor Jim Pillen (@TeamPillen) June 13, 2025
The Gateway Pundit previously reported that Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe has activated the National Guard and declared a state of emergency in response to the anti-ICE riots and violent uprisings taking place all over the country.
The order was issued ahead of a nationwide day of protests being organized by multiple far-left and liberal organizations.
Gov. Kehoe signed Missouri Executive Order 25-25 on Thursday, which states, “the rule of law must be maintained in the cities of Kansas City, Springfield, St. Louis, and other affected communities, in the State of Missouri, for the protection, safety, welfare, and property of the citizens, visitors, and businesses of those communities.”
“We respect, and will defend, the right to peacefully protest, but we will not tolerate violence or lawlessness in our state,” Gov. Kehoe said.
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