This Car Runs on Fascism Tesla Protest Minneapolis

Anti-ICE March to Karmel Mall, February 2025

Hundreds marched on Lake Street from Mercado Central to Karmel Mall against Operation Metro Surge immigration enforcement

February 2025 · 22 photographs

2025
Opportunity Crossing at 3030 Nicollet AveView full post: Opportunity Crossing Construction at Night on Nicollet Avenue
February 2, 2025 — Construction is underway on Opportunity Crossing, a new six-story mixed-use building located at 3030 Nicollet Avenue and East 31st Street in South Minneapolis. This development will provide 110 affordable housing units, addressing a critical community need. The site previously housed a Wells Fargo Bank, which sustained significant damage during the 2020 Minneapolis protests.
Black History Month at George Floyd SquareView full post: ‘Black History’ Barricades Outside Unity Foods at the George Floyd Memorial
February 2, 2025 — Barricades spelling 'BLACK HISTORY' around the George Floyd Memorial.
People Over Property The Peoples Way at George Floyd SquareView full post: “Where There’s People There’s Power” Sign at George Floyd Square
February 2, 2025 — The "People Over Property!" sign stands prominently at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, a site transformed into a community space and memorial following the 2020 murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis Police.
Police station clean up efforts underwayView full post: “Cleanup Efforts Are Underway” Sign at the Former 3rd Precinct
February 2, 2025 — Cleanup efforts are underway at the site of the former Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct station, located at 3000 Minnehaha Avenue. The building was extensively damaged by fire during protests in May 2020, following the murder of George Floyd.
Rainbow Building at Lake and Hennepin in Minneapolis, lit with rainbow lights during snowfall.View full post: Rainbow Building Lit Up During Snowfall in Uptown Minneapolis
February 3, 2025 — The Rainbow Building stands at the corner of Lake Street and Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. Originally constructed in 1910 by T.B. Walker's Red River Lumber Company, the building reaches its 115th year in 2025. Walker, a notable lumber baron, was also an avid art collector whose gallery eventually led to the establishment of the Walker Art Center.
50501 Protest in MinnesotaView full post: Large Crowd Gathers on the Steps of the Minnesota State Capitol
February 5, 2025 — A protest against President Trump and Elon Musk took place at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul on February 5, 2025.
I bought this before Elon became a fascist sticker in MinneapolisView full post: Tesla Bumper Sticker Reads “I Bought This Before Elon Became a Fascist”
February 7, 2025 — A black Tesla vehicle is observed in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The car's rear displays a bumper sticker stating, "I bought this before Elon became a fascist," with the original Tesla branding removed.
Twin Cities Taxi Cab Services Trump CabView full post: Trump Vance Decals on a Twin Cities Taxi Van in the North Loop
February 12, 2025 — A taxi cab from Twin Cities Taxi Cab Services is seen parked in the North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis. The vehicle is adorned with campaign graphics for the "Trump Vance" ticket, featuring images of Donald Trump on its side windows and a "Make America Great Again 2024" slogan on the rear.
Snowkiting in MinneapolisView full post: Snowkiter Vanishes into Whiteout on Bde Maka Ska
February 14, 2025 — A snowkiter navigates the frozen expanse of Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis during a February 2025 snowstorm. Bde Maka Ska, meaning 'Lake White Earth' in the Dakota language, is the largest lake in Minneapolis and a central component of the city's Chain of Lakes.
Tesla protester and Golden Valley policeView full post: Protester Near Tesla Showroom in Golden Valley
February 15, 2025 — A protester stands outside a Tesla showroom in Golden Valley, Minnesota, during a winter protest, with two Golden Valley police squad cars positioned in the background. The individual holds a sign criticizing Elon Musk, referencing "Doge" and questioning his influence, aligning with the "Tesla Takedown" movement.
Tesla Takeover Protest Minneapolis February 15 2025View full post: Cybertruck Passes Protest Signs at Tesla Service Center in Golden Valley
February 15, 2025 — Protesters gathered at the Tesla Service Center in Golden Valley, Minnesota, on February 15, 2025, as part of a nationwide "Tesla Takedown" protest. This event aimed to critique Tesla and its owner, Elon Musk, with participants displaying signs that read "Unplug Mad King Musk," "This car runs on fascism," and "Say no to doge."
Canoes and kayaks in the snow in MinneapolisView full post: Snowbound Kayaks Along Bde Maka Ska at Sunset
February 22, 2025 — Canoes and kayaks are stacked on the snowy shore of Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis at sunset.
DJ Emberz performs at the Moxy Hotel in Uptown Minneapolis as the crowd cheers.View full post: DJ Emberz Daytime set at the Moxy Hotel in Uptown Minneapolis
February 22, 2025 — DJ Emberz performs a daytime set at the Moxy Hotel in Uptown Minneapolis.
Augies Strip Club on Hennepin February 2025View full post: Pedestrians on Hennepin Avenue Near Augie’s Strip Club
February 22, 2025 — Augie's Strip Club is situated on Hennepin Avenue at S 5th Street in Downtown Minneapolis.
George Floyd Square Winter February 2025View full post: Ice Heart at the George Floyd Memorial
February 24, 2025 — An ice heart memorial marks the site outside Cup Foods at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, where George Floyd was murdered by police in May 2020.
Graffiti Real patriots kill nazisView full post: “Real Patriots Kill Nazis” Graffiti on Lyndale Avenue
February 27, 2025 — A vacant commercial building on Lyndale Avenue in South Minneapolis displays graffiti stating "Real patriots kill nazis."
Flags of the United States, Palestine, and Somalia fly at Karmel Mall in Minneapolis.View full post: American, Palestinian, and Somali Flags Outside Karmel Mall
December 20, 2025 — Flags of the United States, Palestine, and Somalia fly outside Karmel Mall on Lake Street in Minneapolis. The mall is a major shopping center and gathering place for the city’s Somali community.
Protesters gather at Karmel Mall in Minneapolis to protest ICE policies.View full post: Marchers Enter Karmel Mall’s Lobby During Anti-ICE Protest
December 20, 2025 — Protesters enter the lobby of Karmel Mall in Minneapolis, Minnesota, during an anti-ICE march on December 20. The gathering was tied to opposition to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and to rhetoric aimed at the local Somali community, with marchers moving along Lake Street from Mercado Central to Karmel Mall.
Protesters gather inside Karmel Mall in Minneapolis during a march against ICE.View full post: Crowded Interior of Karmel Mall During Lake Street Protest March
December 20, 2025 — Following a large protest down Lake Street, the community filled the Karmel Mall to support businesses that have been impacted by immigration enforcement.
Protestors at Hamdi Coffee in Minneapolis, marching to protest ICE actions.View full post: “Families Belong Together” Sign Inside Karmel Mall
December 20, 2025 — Protesters gather inside Karmel Mall outside Hamdi Coffee in Minneapolis during an anti-ICE march on December 20. Karmel Mall is a major center for Somali-owned businesses in the city, and the protest was organized in response to immigration enforcement and rhetoric affecting Somali and other immigrant communities.
A man in a frog costume fist bumps another man inside a barbershop in Minneapolis.View full post: Frog Costume Fist Bump at a Karmel Mall Barbershop
December 20, 2025 — A man in an inflatable frog costume fist-bumps a barber inside a shop at Karmel Mall in Minneapolis during an anti-ICE march. The demonstration moved through the city on a cold day, beginning at Mercado Central and ending at Karmel Mall on Lake Street.
Shoppers browse perfumes at Karmel Mall in Minneapolis, a hub for the Somali community.View full post: Browsing Perfume Shelves at Karmel Mall
December 20, 2025 — Shoppers browse perfumes and fragrances inside Karmel Mall in Minneapolis. The indoor market is a major commercial center for the city’s Somali community, with small retailers selling imported goods, clothing, food, and personal care products.

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