Maple Grove Protest Against ICE Operation Metro Surge

Protesters gathered outside a suburban Minneapolis hotel in Maple Grove, Minnesota, to oppose Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations during "Operation Metro Surge." The demonstration, characterized by noise and a visible American flag, aimed to disrupt or draw attention to the presence of federal officers, including Greg Bovino. Despite being outnumbered by media at times, the protest saw some arrests following dispersal orders, highlighting the tensions surrounding immigration enforcement actions in the area.
Protesters gathered outside a suburban Minneapolis hotel in Maple Grove, Minnesota, to oppose Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations during "Operation Metro Surge." The demonstration, characterized by noise and a visible American flag, aimed to disrupt or draw attention to the presence of federal officers, including Greg Bovino. Despite being outnumbered by media at times, the protest saw some arrests following dispersal orders, highlighting the tensions surrounding immigration enforcement actions in the area.
Photo taken in January 2026.
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