MN National Guard in Cedar Riverside, Minneapolis

Members of the Minnesota National Guard were deployed in the Cedar Riverside neighborhood of Minneapolis on January 17, 2026. Their presence was in response to a planned white nationalist march originating from downtown Minneapolis. The neighborhood, known for its diverse population, was on the planned route for a march. The mural in the background, depicting Jesus with outstretched arms and the words "LOVE POWER," is a prominent feature of the Cedar Riverside community. Find more photos like this on my Operation Metro Surge: Ice in Minneapolis page.

Photo taken in January 2026.