American Flag Protest at Karmel Mall, Minneapolis

Protesters gathered outside Karmel Mall, a significant Somali shopping center in Minneapolis, during a march down Lake Street. The demonstration occurred on a day with frigid windchills, highlighting the community's engagement with issues surrounding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), as indicated by the "Operation Metro Surge" keyword. Karmel Mall serves as a vital hub for the Somali diaspora in Minneapolis, reflecting the city's diverse cultural landscape and the community's active participation in public discourse.