*Los Angeles, CA — In a stunning turn of events, immigration officials mistakenly identified ongoing protests in downtown Los Angeles as a promotional event for the much-anticipated sequel to Disney’s animated hit “Frozen.” As a result, agents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reportedly attempted to detain several protesters, believing they were merely a boisterous audience clamoring for the latest musical numbers from Arendelle.*
Hundreds gathered outside the Edward Roybal Federal Building on Saturday, with banners reading “No Human is Illegal” and “We’re Here to Stay!” However, at approximately 10 a.m., ICE agents arrived on the scene, equipped with chilly apprehension and a playlist of tunes from the franchise. Witnesses reported that officials began shouting, “Let it go! Let it go!” in an effort to disperse the crowds, leading to confused hugs and spontaneous sing-alongs among protesters.
“We just thought they were really enthusiastic fans,” admitted Agent Mark Frostbite, who expressed surprise upon learning the protest’s true nature. “I even made a mint-condition Olaf plushie available for autographs. Turns out, it was just a protest against immigration raids. Who knew?”
From an impromptu “Let It Go” sing-off to spirited debates on Elsa’s leadership style, the scene quickly devolved into a mix of protest and family-friendly fun. Some protesters, seizing the moment, donned ice-themed costumes, calling themselves the “Frozen Resistance.” Meanwhile, parents attempted to educate their children about the situation, only to be met with responses like, “But Mom, can’t we just build a snowman instead?”
The confusion escalated when ICE agents began attempting to question protest leaders disguised as Disney characters. “I was approached by a guy in a very convincing Kristoff outfit,” recounted activist Maria Paleta. “At first, I thought it was a clever marketing strategy. Turns out, he wanted to know if I was a citizen. I told him, ‘Honey, I’m here for the protest, not the audition!’”
The situation prompted an outcry from both local community leaders and Disney lovers alike. “We are outraged that our cultural event was trampled upon by federal agents who clearly need to brush up on their cinematic literacy,” remarked local film critic, Roger Forrester. “They should have known better—there were no queens or ice castles involved.”
In light of the chaos, community organizers have vowed to continue their protests, promising that the next gathering will feature a “Frozen” theme, complete with snow cones and puppet renditions of fairytale justice. “If they thought they were confused before, just wait until they see our ‘Ice Capades for Immigration Rights,’” said activist and performance artist Shayna Snow.
As of now, ICE officials have stated that they will not be attending any future protests, insisting they have “sufficiently cooled their jets.” The agency is reportedly preparing a new directive on recognizing the difference between civil rights demonstrations and animated blockbuster events, citing this incident as a learning opportunity, albeit a chilly one.
