Border Patrol Officers at Whipple Detention Center, Minneapolis

U.S. Border Patrol officers are shown outside the Whipple Detention Center near Minneapolis on January 8th, 2026. The Whipple Building, a former federal office building, has been utilized by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for detention operations. This image was taken during "Operation Metro Surge," a period of increased immigration enforcement activity in the region. The presence of federal agents and the detention facility highlights ongoing issues related to immigration policy and enforcement in urban environments.