Minneapolis: Border Patrol SRT Officer at Whipple Building

Federal agents, including a US Border Patrol SRT officer, are seen in tactical gear outside the Whipple Building in Minneapolis on January 16, 2026. The presence of these specialized units suggests a response to a significant public event, possibly a protest or demonstration, given the context of "Operation Metro Surge" and "Protest" in the associated keywords. The Whipple Building, a federal building, often serves as a location for government offices and potentially for law enforcement operations or responses to civil unrest in the city.