BORTAC agents confront civilian, media in Minneapolis

Federal agents from BORTAC confronted a civilian and members of the media in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026. The incident occurred at Park Avenue and 35th Street, where agents reportedly rammed a man's vehicle and demanded identification. The man stated he was released once his U.S. citizenship was confirmed. The confrontation escalated with the arrival of more officers, and tear gas and pepper spray were deployed against bystanders and journalists.