Protester with Minnesota Flag at Whipple Facility, Minneapolis

A protester holds a sign depicting a stylized flag outside the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis on January 16, 2026. The building serves as a facility for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This protest occurred during "Operation Metro Surge," a federal operation targeting undocumented immigrants in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. The presence of federal agents and law enforcement in riot gear indicates a tense confrontation during the demonstration.