Tens of thousands of Minnesotans participated in a large demonstration and economic shutdown on Friday, January 23, 2026, protesting the presence of ICE in the state and demanding its removal. The protest, which included strikes, civil disobedience, and business closures, was organized by a coalition of unions, faith groups, and community organizations. The actions were in response to the deployment of federal agents and the impact of ICE operations on local workers and families, including numerous reported abductions and deportations. Key demands included ICE leaving Minnesota, accountability for the agent who killed Renee Good, and an end to federal funding for ICE.
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The Trump administration is facing concerns over the optics of its immigration crackdown, particularly due to the ongoing protests and unrest in Minneapolis. President Trump is reportedly frustrated that the messaging surrounding the administration’s immigration policies is being lost, and is seeking to regain control of the narrative. White House officials are working to shift the focus toward ICE’s achievements and away from the tensions between agents and protesters, while also navigating the potential political consequences of the situation in Minnesota. The administration is focused on “lawful, targeted, and focused” operations, even as negative polling continues.
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FBI agent who tried to probe ICE officer in Minnesota shooting resigns: Okay, so this situation feels like it’s pulled right from a thriller novel, doesn’t it? We’re talking about an FBI agent, someone sworn to uphold the law, resigning because of the way things are playing out in an investigation. The core of the matter revolves around a shooting involving an ICE officer in Minnesota and the subsequent actions – or inactions – of the Justice Department.
FBI agent who tried to probe ICE officer in Minnesota shooting resigns: The initial reaction here is one of disappointment. It’s tough not to feel a sense of frustration when people in positions of power, especially those in law enforcement, choose to leave rather than fight.… Continue reading
A federal judge in Minnesota ruled that ICE agents violated the Fourth Amendment by entering a man’s home without a judicial warrant. The agents’ actions mirrored an undisclosed ICE directive permitting entry with only an administrative warrant, a practice deemed unconstitutional by the court. The ruling came after agents forcibly entered Garrison Gibson’s home, despite his refusal to open the door without a judge-signed warrant and the presence of children inside. Following his release, Gibson was re-arrested by ICE, highlighting the agency’s continued detention authority even after a court finding of constitutional violation.
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On Friday, protests erupted in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Minnesota, against the Trump administration’s increased immigration enforcement. Demonstrators, including dozens of clergy members, were arrested at the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport for blocking roads as part of an “ICE OUT!” day of action, which included a general strike with business closures and marches. The protesters’ demands included legal accountability for an ICE agent involved in a fatal shooting and a halt to ICE activities. The protests were spurred by the President’s crackdown on immigration, targeting the Somali community, which has prompted strong reactions from Minnesota residents and local officials.
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In response to an ICE surge in Minnesota, community leaders, faith leaders, and labor unions organized a “Day of Truth & Freedom” protest, featuring a “no work, no school, no shopping” blackout. The protest, spurred by the killing of an unarmed woman by a federal immigration officer, demands ICE’s removal from Minnesota, accountability for the officer, an end to ICE funding, and investigations into human rights violations. Hundreds of businesses and cultural institutions closed in solidarity, with thousands expected to participate in the action despite dangerously cold weather. The University of Minnesota’s labor unions called for the university system to shutdown to allow students and workers to participate. The Department of Homeland Security responded that they have made over 3,000 arrests in the state over the last six weeks.
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Enough Is Enough: Hundreds of Minnesota Businesses Take Stand Against ICE
The air in Minnesota seems charged, not just with the biting winter chill, but with a fierce determination. The sentiment is clear: “Enough is Enough.” This isn’t just about a protest; it’s a statement, a declaration from hundreds of businesses across the state that they will no longer passively accept the actions of ICE, specifically the Trump administration’s immigration policies. It’s a bold move, a disruption of the everyday, and a challenge to the status quo. These businesses, both small and medium-sized, are closing their doors, pausing operations, and sending a resounding message of solidarity.… Continue reading
Local police chiefs in Minnesota have raised serious concerns regarding the tactics employed by ICE agents in the state, alleging that agents are targeting people of color and stopping off-duty officers. Specifically, an off-duty officer was reportedly boxed in, had her phone knocked away while attempting to record the interaction, and had guns drawn on her by ICE agents. These incidents, as well as similar accounts from other city employees, have sparked outrage and calls for the federal agents’ actions to cease. The Department of Homeland Security has stated that they cannot verify these claims.
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Friday’s “ICE Out of Minnesota” day is a general strike. Here’s what that means, and it boils down to the simple concept of withholding your labor. It’s about using the power that comes from the collective action of workers. When people stop working, they disrupt the normal flow of business and the economy. This disruption is the lever that can be used to pressure those in power to make changes, whether it’s advocating for fair treatment of immigrants, or any other social justice cause.
It’s understandable to feel a bit apprehensive about a general strike, especially when there are so many challenges being discussed.… Continue reading
The Eighth US Circuit Court of Appeals has temporarily overturned a Minnesota federal judge’s restrictions on ICE agents. These restrictions, initially imposed by Judge Katherine Menendez, had blocked ICE from actions such as pepper-spraying and arresting peaceful protesters. The preliminary injunction was put in place after Menendez found that ICE tactics had a “chilling effect” on protesters’ First Amendment rights. The Justice Department requested the stay of the injunction, arguing against the limitations on federal agents’ actions. This development occurs as Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to visit Minneapolis to discuss law and order.
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Faith Leaders Block Road, Risk Arrest to Protest ICE Actions in Minnesota
Tens of thousands of Minnesotans participated in a large demonstration and economic shutdown on Friday, January 23, 2026, protesting the presence of ICE in the state and demanding its removal. The protest, which included strikes, civil disobedience, and business closures, was organized by a coalition of unions, faith groups, and community organizations. The actions were in response to the deployment of federal agents and the impact of ICE operations on local workers and families, including numerous reported abductions and deportations. Key demands included ICE leaving Minnesota, accountability for the agent who killed Renee Good, and an end to federal funding for ICE.
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Trump Frustrated Over Minnesota Protests Undermining Immigration Message
The Trump administration is facing concerns over the optics of its immigration crackdown, particularly due to the ongoing protests and unrest in Minneapolis. President Trump is reportedly frustrated that the messaging surrounding the administration’s immigration policies is being lost, and is seeking to regain control of the narrative. White House officials are working to shift the focus toward ICE’s achievements and away from the tensions between agents and protesters, while also navigating the potential political consequences of the situation in Minnesota. The administration is focused on “lawful, targeted, and focused” operations, even as negative polling continues.
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FBI Agent Resigns After Probing ICE Officer in Minnesota Shooting
FBI agent who tried to probe ICE officer in Minnesota shooting resigns: Okay, so this situation feels like it’s pulled right from a thriller novel, doesn’t it? We’re talking about an FBI agent, someone sworn to uphold the law, resigning because of the way things are playing out in an investigation. The core of the matter revolves around a shooting involving an ICE officer in Minnesota and the subsequent actions – or inactions – of the Justice Department.
FBI agent who tried to probe ICE officer in Minnesota shooting resigns: The initial reaction here is one of disappointment. It’s tough not to feel a sense of frustration when people in positions of power, especially those in law enforcement, choose to leave rather than fight.… Continue reading
US Judge: ICE Raids Require Warrants, Contradicting Agency Memo
A federal judge in Minnesota ruled that ICE agents violated the Fourth Amendment by entering a man’s home without a judicial warrant. The agents’ actions mirrored an undisclosed ICE directive permitting entry with only an administrative warrant, a practice deemed unconstitutional by the court. The ruling came after agents forcibly entered Garrison Gibson’s home, despite his refusal to open the door without a judge-signed warrant and the presence of children inside. Following his release, Gibson was re-arrested by ICE, highlighting the agency’s continued detention authority even after a court finding of constitutional violation.
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Clergy Arrested at Anti-ICE Protest: A Call for Civil Disobedience and Moral Clarity
On Friday, protests erupted in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, Minnesota, against the Trump administration’s increased immigration enforcement. Demonstrators, including dozens of clergy members, were arrested at the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport for blocking roads as part of an “ICE OUT!” day of action, which included a general strike with business closures and marches. The protesters’ demands included legal accountability for an ICE agent involved in a fatal shooting and a halt to ICE activities. The protests were spurred by the President’s crackdown on immigration, targeting the Somali community, which has prompted strong reactions from Minnesota residents and local officials.
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Minnesotans Stage General Strike to Protest ICE, Demand Action
In response to an ICE surge in Minnesota, community leaders, faith leaders, and labor unions organized a “Day of Truth & Freedom” protest, featuring a “no work, no school, no shopping” blackout. The protest, spurred by the killing of an unarmed woman by a federal immigration officer, demands ICE’s removal from Minnesota, accountability for the officer, an end to ICE funding, and investigations into human rights violations. Hundreds of businesses and cultural institutions closed in solidarity, with thousands expected to participate in the action despite dangerously cold weather. The University of Minnesota’s labor unions called for the university system to shutdown to allow students and workers to participate. The Department of Homeland Security responded that they have made over 3,000 arrests in the state over the last six weeks.
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Minnesota Businesses Strike Against ICE Crackdown
Enough Is Enough: Hundreds of Minnesota Businesses Take Stand Against ICE
The air in Minnesota seems charged, not just with the biting winter chill, but with a fierce determination. The sentiment is clear: “Enough is Enough.” This isn’t just about a protest; it’s a statement, a declaration from hundreds of businesses across the state that they will no longer passively accept the actions of ICE, specifically the Trump administration’s immigration policies. It’s a bold move, a disruption of the everyday, and a challenge to the status quo. These businesses, both small and medium-sized, are closing their doors, pausing operations, and sending a resounding message of solidarity.… Continue reading
ICE Agents Drew Guns on Off-Duty Officer in Minnesota, Chief Says
Local police chiefs in Minnesota have raised serious concerns regarding the tactics employed by ICE agents in the state, alleging that agents are targeting people of color and stopping off-duty officers. Specifically, an off-duty officer was reportedly boxed in, had her phone knocked away while attempting to record the interaction, and had guns drawn on her by ICE agents. These incidents, as well as similar accounts from other city employees, have sparked outrage and calls for the federal agents’ actions to cease. The Department of Homeland Security has stated that they cannot verify these claims.
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Minnesota General Strike: What You Need to Know
Friday’s “ICE Out of Minnesota” day is a general strike. Here’s what that means, and it boils down to the simple concept of withholding your labor. It’s about using the power that comes from the collective action of workers. When people stop working, they disrupt the normal flow of business and the economy. This disruption is the lever that can be used to pressure those in power to make changes, whether it’s advocating for fair treatment of immigrants, or any other social justice cause.
It’s understandable to feel a bit apprehensive about a general strike, especially when there are so many challenges being discussed.… Continue reading
US Court Allows ICE to Pepper-Spray, Arrest Minnesota Protesters
The Eighth US Circuit Court of Appeals has temporarily overturned a Minnesota federal judge’s restrictions on ICE agents. These restrictions, initially imposed by Judge Katherine Menendez, had blocked ICE from actions such as pepper-spraying and arresting peaceful protesters. The preliminary injunction was put in place after Menendez found that ICE tactics had a “chilling effect” on protesters’ First Amendment rights. The Justice Department requested the stay of the injunction, arguing against the limitations on federal agents’ actions. This development occurs as Vice President JD Vance is scheduled to visit Minneapolis to discuss law and order.
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