00:00Tensions are rising across the U.S. as protests sparked by federal enforcement actions have spread from Los Angeles to other cities.
00:09In Austin, eight individuals were taken into custody after a demonstration turned disruptive earlier this week.
00:16The protest began peacefully at the Texas Capitol but escalated when a crowd moved downtown, leading to property defacement and aggressive confrontations with officers.
00:25According to the Austin Police Department, officers attempted to de-escalate the situation but were met with hostility, including projectiles and one incident where an officer was spat on.
00:37Law enforcement used pepper balls and tear gas to manage the crowd, which threw scooters and barriers into the streets.
00:44The arrests included charges ranging from public disruption and property damage to resisting directives.
00:51Four officers were injured during the event but are expected to fully recover.
00:56In response, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has activated the National Guard, signaling that the state will take strong action to maintain order.
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