Federal Agents at Minneapolis Light Rail Station near Whipple Building

Federal agents, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol, are stationed at the Minneapolis light rail station adjacent to the Whipple Federal Building. This presence was part of "Operation Metro Surge," a federal initiative aimed at increasing enforcement in major cities. The Whipple Federal Building houses various federal agencies, and its proximity to public transportation hubs like the light rail station makes it a potential site for security operations or protests. The Mall of America station, also indicated by signage, is a major transit hub serving one of the largest shopping malls in the United States.