ICE OUT Renee Good Protest

Protest against ICE operations and Minneapolis Public Schools closures, January 2026

January 10, 2026 — Minneapolis

On January 10, 2026, thousands gathered in South Minneapolis, MN to protest recent U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations and associated closures of Minneapolis Public Schools. The protest followed weeks of heightened federal immigration enforcement in city neighborhoods, and was organized in response to reports involving less-lethal weapons being used near students. The event highlighted community concerns over the impact of immigration policy enforcement on local institutions, schools, and residential life.
Protest signs are affixed to a utility pole in Minneapolis, Minnesota, expressing opposition to the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). One sign, written on cardboard, reads "TOGETHER WE MUST THEY LEAVE US NO CHOICE DEFEND OUR NEIGHBORS & OUR CITY." Another sign states, "ICE ARE TERRORISTS KIDNAPPERS MURDERERS KICK ICE OUT OF MINNESOTA NOW!" A "Know Your Rights" flyer is also visible, offering guidance to individuals encountering ICE. These signs reflect local activism and community concerns regarding immigration enforcement policies.
January 10, 2026 — Protest signs are affixed to a utility pole in Minneapolis, Minnesota, expressing opposition to the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). One sign, written on cardboard, reads "TOGETHER WE MUST THEY LEAVE US NO CHOICE DEFEND OUR NEIGHBORS & OUR CITY." Another sign states, "ICE ARE TERRORISTS KIDNAPPERS MURDERERS KICK ICE OUT OF MINNESOTA NOW!" A "Know Your Rights" flyer is also visible, offering guidance to individuals encountering ICE. These signs reflect local activism and community concerns regarding immigration enforcement policies.
Protesters gather in South Minneapolis to oppose a significant Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation. The "Operation Metro Surge" involved thousands of ICE agents deployed to the city over the course of a month. This event highlights local resistance to federal immigration enforcement actions. The presence of Metro Transit buses suggests the protest may have utilized or disrupted public transportation routes within the city.
January 10, 2026 — Protesters gather in South Minneapolis to oppose a significant Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation. The "Operation Metro Surge" involved thousands of ICE agents deployed to the city over the course of a month. This event highlights local resistance to federal immigration enforcement actions. The presence of Metro Transit buses suggests the protest may have utilized or disrupted public transportation routes within the city.
Neighbors in support of large march, Minneapolis
January 10, 2026 — Protestors gathered in South Minneapolis to rally against the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The demonstration occurred during "Operation Metro Surge," a period of increased ICE activity in the city. Signs held by participants clearly stated "I.C.E. OUT OF MINNEAPOLIS," reflecting the protestors' opposition to the federal agency's operations. The event highlights local resistance to federal immigration enforcement policies.
Thousands of protesters marched through South Minneapolis in response to a significant increase in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city. The "Operation Metro Surge" involved a large deployment of ICE agents, prompting local opposition and demonstrations. Signs carried by participants expressed dissent against ICE actions and called for the removal of agents from the city. The protest took place during winter conditions, highlighting the commitment of the participants to voice their concerns despite the weather.
January 10, 2026 — Thousands of protesters marched through South Minneapolis in response to a significant increase in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city. The "Operation Metro Surge" involved a large deployment of ICE agents, prompting local opposition and demonstrations. Signs carried by participants expressed dissent against ICE actions and called for the removal of agents from the city. The protest took place during winter conditions, highlighting the commitment of the participants to voice their concerns despite the weather.
A protest sign reading "SMALL SIGN, BIG FUCK YOU TRUMP" is placed in the snow in South Minneapolis. The sign was present during protests against the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in the city. Thousands marched in Minneapolis in response to the deployment of ICE agents as part of Operation Metro Surge, a federal initiative to increase immigration enforcement.
January 10, 2026 — A protest sign reading "SMALL SIGN, BIG FUCK YOU TRUMP" is placed in the snow in South Minneapolis. The sign was present during protests against the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in the city. Thousands marched in Minneapolis in response to the deployment of ICE agents as part of Operation Metro Surge, a federal initiative to increase immigration enforcement.
Thousands marched through South Minneapolis in protest of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city. The protest, part of "Operation Metro Surge," saw participants expressing dissent against the presence of numerous ICE agents. One sign held by a protester depicted a caricature of Donald Trump with Nazi imagery and the text "It's feeling a lot like 1933," referencing the year Adolf Hitler came to power in Germany. This imagery aimed to draw parallels between contemporary immigration policies and historical authoritarianism.
January 10, 2026 — Thousands marched through South Minneapolis in protest of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city. The protest, part of "Operation Metro Surge," saw participants expressing dissent against the presence of numerous ICE agents. One sign held by a protester depicted a caricature of Donald Trump with Nazi imagery and the text "It's feeling a lot like 1933," referencing the year Adolf Hitler came to power in Germany. This imagery aimed to draw parallels between contemporary immigration policies and historical authoritarianism.
Thousands of people marched through South Minneapolis in protest of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city. The "Operation Metro Surge" was a month-long initiative by ICE that led to numerous arrests and significant public outcry. Protesters carried signs with messages such as "We Are America" and "You Can't Shoot Us All," reflecting concerns about the agency's tactics and impact on immigrant communities. The march took place against the backdrop of the Minneapolis skyline, highlighting the urban setting of this significant public event.
January 10, 2026 — Thousands of people marched through South Minneapolis in protest of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city. The "Operation Metro Surge" was a month-long initiative by ICE that led to numerous arrests and significant public outcry. Protesters carried signs with messages such as "We Are America" and "You Can't Shoot Us All," reflecting concerns about the agency's tactics and impact on immigrant communities. The march took place against the backdrop of the Minneapolis skyline, highlighting the urban setting of this significant public event.
A "Know Your Rights" flyer is posted on a wooden pole in South Minneapolis. The flyer provides guidance to individuals on how to interact with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. This flyer was distributed during a period of increased ICE activity in the city, following the deployment of federal agents as part of "Operation Metro Surge" in February 2019. The presence of ICE agents led to protests and marches throughout Minneapolis, with community organizations distributing such informational materials to inform residents of their legal protections.
January 10, 2026 — A "Know Your Rights" flyer is posted on a wooden pole in South Minneapolis. The flyer provides guidance to individuals on how to interact with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. This flyer was distributed during a period of increased ICE activity in the city, following the deployment of federal agents as part of "Operation Metro Surge" in February 2019. The presence of ICE agents led to protests and marches throughout Minneapolis, with community organizations distributing such informational materials to inform residents of their legal protections.
Thousands marched through South Minneapolis in protest of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city. The protest, part of "Operation Metro Surge," occurred during a period of increased ICE activity in the region. Protesters voiced their opposition to the federal agency's presence and actions. The "Snowflakes Crush ICE" sign reflects the winter season and the protesters' desire to halt ICE operations.
January 10, 2026 — Thousands marched through South Minneapolis in protest of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city. The protest, part of "Operation Metro Surge," occurred during a period of increased ICE activity in the region. Protesters voiced their opposition to the federal agency's presence and actions. The "Snowflakes Crush ICE" sign reflects the winter season and the protesters' desire to halt ICE operations.
Protest sign referring to Minneapolis Public Schools who cancelled classes after ICE was reported to be shooting less lethal weapons at students. Thousands march through South Minneapolis tonight protesting the actions of the thousands of ICE agents that have descended upon the city in the last month.
January 10, 2026 — Protest sign referring to Minneapolis Public Schools who cancelled classes after ICE was reported to be shooting less lethal weapons at students. Thousands march through South Minneapolis tonight protesting the actions of the thousands of ICE agents that have descended upon the city in the last month.
Thousands marched through South Minneapolis in protest of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city. The protest, which occurred during "Operation Metro Surge," saw participants expressing dissent against the presence of ICE agents. Signs carried by marchers, such as "Deport the REAL Criminals & Murderers," indicate a focus on immigration policy and enforcement. The event highlights local opposition to federal immigration enforcement actions.
January 10, 2026 — Thousands marched through South Minneapolis in protest of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city. The protest, which occurred during "Operation Metro Surge," saw participants expressing dissent against the presence of ICE agents. Signs carried by marchers, such as "Deport the REAL Criminals & Murderers," indicate a focus on immigration policy and enforcement. The event highlights local opposition to federal immigration enforcement actions.
Thousands march through South Minneapolis tonight protesting the actions of the thousands of ICE agents that have descended upon the city in the last month.
January 10, 2026 — Thousands march through South Minneapolis tonight protesting the actions of the thousands of ICE agents that have descended upon the city in the last month.
Thousands of people marched through South Minneapolis in protest of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city. The "Operation Metro Surge" campaign, which began in late June 2019, involved a significant increase in ICE agents and enforcement actions across the Twin Cities. Protesters carried signs with messages such as "Fuck ICE," "Death to Fascists," and "No One is Illegal on Stolen Land." The demonstration highlighted community opposition to federal immigration policies and enforcement tactics.
January 10, 2026 — Thousands of people marched through South Minneapolis in protest of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city. The "Operation Metro Surge" campaign, which began in late June 2019, involved a significant increase in ICE agents and enforcement actions across the Twin Cities. Protesters carried signs with messages such as "Fuck ICE," "Death to Fascists," and "No One is Illegal on Stolen Land." The demonstration highlighted community opposition to federal immigration policies and enforcement tactics.
Thousands marched through South Minneapolis to protest an increase in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations, dubbed "Operation Metro Surge." The protest, which featured signs such as "Justice for Good" and "Go Home Fascists," reflects significant local opposition to federal immigration enforcement. This event highlights the ongoing tensions between federal policies and community sentiment in Minneapolis.
January 10, 2026 — Thousands marched through South Minneapolis to protest an increase in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations, dubbed "Operation Metro Surge." The protest, which featured signs such as "Justice for Good" and "Go Home Fascists," reflects significant local opposition to federal immigration enforcement. This event highlights the ongoing tensions between federal policies and community sentiment in Minneapolis.
Thousands of protesters marched through South Minneapolis in response to increased Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the region. The "Operation Metro Surge" led to a significant increase in ICE agents present in the city over the preceding month. Protesters voiced their opposition to ICE's presence and policies, with signs bearing messages such as "ICE IS UNCOOL. ICE OUT OF MN!" and "FASCISM = POWER W/O LIABILITY." The event highlights local activism and public sentiment regarding federal immigration enforcement.
January 10, 2026 — Thousands of protesters marched through South Minneapolis in response to increased Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the region. The "Operation Metro Surge" led to a significant increase in ICE agents present in the city over the preceding month. Protesters voiced their opposition to ICE's presence and policies, with signs bearing messages such as "ICE IS UNCOOL. ICE OUT OF MN!" and "FASCISM = POWER W/O LIABILITY." The event highlights local activism and public sentiment regarding federal immigration enforcement.
Thousands of protesters marched through South Minneapolis in response to a significant increase in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the region. The "Operation Metro Surge" led to a large deployment of ICE agents, prompting widespread public outcry and organized demonstrations. Signs carried by participants expressed a range of sentiments, from calls to "Abolish ICE" to demands for transparency regarding "Epstein Files," reflecting broader concerns about immigration policy and government accountability.
January 10, 2026 — Thousands of protesters marched through South Minneapolis in response to a significant increase in Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the region. The "Operation Metro Surge" led to a large deployment of ICE agents, prompting widespread public outcry and organized demonstrations. Signs carried by participants expressed a range of sentiments, from calls to "Abolish ICE" to demands for transparency regarding "Epstein Files," reflecting broader concerns about immigration policy and government accountability.
Thousands of protesters marched through South Minneapolis in response to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the area. The "Operation Metro Surge" was a month-long initiative by ICE that led to numerous arrests and significant public outcry. Demonstrators carried signs and flags expressing opposition to ICE's presence and policies, with many calling for the agency's abolition or removal from the city. The protest highlights the tension between federal immigration enforcement and local community sentiments regarding immigrant rights.
January 10, 2026 — Thousands of protesters marched through South Minneapolis in response to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the area. The "Operation Metro Surge" was a month-long initiative by ICE that led to numerous arrests and significant public outcry. Demonstrators carried signs and flags expressing opposition to ICE's presence and policies, with many calling for the agency's abolition or removal from the city. The protest highlights the tension between federal immigration enforcement and local community sentiments regarding immigrant rights.
A protestor sits atop a dinosaur sculpture in South Minneapolis, holding a sign that reads "I.C.E. OUT OF MINNEAPOLIS." The demonstration occurred during a period of increased Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity in the city, known as Operation Metro Surge. Thousands of residents marched through the streets to voice their opposition to the presence and actions of ICE agents.
January 10, 2026 — A protestor sits atop a dinosaur sculpture in South Minneapolis, holding a sign that reads "I.C.E. OUT OF MINNEAPOLIS." The demonstration occurred during a period of increased Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity in the city, known as Operation Metro Surge. Thousands of residents marched through the streets to voice their opposition to the presence and actions of ICE agents.
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