Operation Metro Surge: ICE in Minneapolis

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I live in Minneapolis, and this set documents Operation Metro Surge, the federal immigration enforcement operation that began in December 2025 with thousands of federal agents.

Federal ICE Operations Across Minneapolis

Officers from ICE, Border Patrol, Homeland Security Investigations and other DHS agencies took part. Federal officials described it as one of the largest immigration enforcement actions carried out in a U.S. city.

About This Photo Set

These photos follow the impact on and the response of the community as life was uprooted for millions.

Protest signs against ICE are posted on a utility pole in Powderhorn Park, Minneapolis. — January 13, 2026 — Protest signs posted on a utility pole in Powderhorn Park, Minneapolis, on January 13, 2026. One sign declares "ICE ARE TERRORISTS KIDNAPPERS MURDERERS" and demands "KICK ICE OUT OF MINNESOTA NOW!". A second sign, featuring a portrait and a speech bubble, asserts "THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT IS MANUFACTURING CONSENT TO EXECUTE ANYONE WHO RESISTS THEIR TERRORISM" and states "ICE IS PROTECTED BY ABSOLUTE IMMUNITY".

Handmade protest sign reading "THINK while it is still LEGAL" attached to chain-link fence in Minneapolis. — January 13, 2026 — A handmade sign reading "THINK while it is still LEGAL and Speak" is affixed to a chain-link fence in Minneapolis on January 13, 2026. The sign appeared during a period of protests and public discourse surrounding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city.

Rapid Responder walks down Lake Street with Abolish ICE stickers — January 13, 2026 — A rapid responder with an Abolish ICE jacket on Lake Street in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge. The operation sent thousands of federal agents to Minnesota from December to March 2026.

Renee Good Graffiti seen in January 2026 — January 13, 2026 — Graffiti that reads "Renee Good" seen in Minneapolis. Renee Good was shot and killed by ICE agents in January 2026.

Anti ICE Graffiti in Minneapolis — January 13, 2026 — Graffiti that reads "ICE KILLS FIGHT BACK! ACAB" and "FUCK ICE" seen off Lake Street in South Minneapolis in January 2026 during Operation Metro Surge.

"ICE KILLS" graffiti and memorial to Renee Good on a brick wall in Minneapolis. — January 13, 2026 — Graffiti reading "ICE KILLS" and "Rest In Peace Renee Good" on a brick wall along Lake Street in Minneapolis on January 13, 2026.

Students protest ICE in Minneapolis, holding signs against family separation and "illegal" immigration. — January 12, 2026 — Students from Roosevelt High School in Minneapolis participate in a walkout protest against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) during "Operation Metro Surge".

BORTAC agents confront a civilian and media in Minneapolis at Park Avenue and 35th Street on January 12, 2026. — January 12, 2026 — Federal agents in tactical gear, identified as BORTAC, a tactical unit of U.S. Customs and Border Protection leave the scene on Portland Avenue. The agents stopped a Latino man, demanding identification and ramming his vehicle. The man stated he was released after they confirmed his U.S. citizenship. The incident occurred near the location where ICE agents had fatally shot Renee Good just days earlier, on January 7, 2026.

BORTAC agents in tactical gear depart a vehicle during federal immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis. — January 12, 2026 — Federal agents in tactical gear, identified as BORTAC, a tactical unit of U.S. Customs and Border Protection leave the scene on Portland Avenue. The agents stopped a Latino man, demanding identification and ramming his vehicle. The man stated he was released after they confirmed his U.S. citizenship. The incident occurred near the location where ICE agents had fatally shot Renee Good just days earlier, on January 7, 2026.

A BORTAC officer holds pepper spray in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge. — January 12, 2026 — A Border Patrol Tactical Unit (BORTAC) officer is shown holding a SABRE pepper spray canister in Minneapolis. The agents stopped a Latino man, demanding identification and ramming his vehicle. The man stated he was released after they confirmed his U.S. citizenship. The incident occurred near the location where ICE agents had fatally shot Renee Good just days earlier, on January 7, 2026.

Federal agents at Park Ave & 35th St, Minneapolis, during Operation Metro Surge. — January 12, 2026 — Federal agents, identified as part of Operation Metro Surge, were present at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026. On this date, agents reportedly rammed a vehicle and demanded identification from a Latino man, who stated he was released after proving his U.S. citizenship. The incident occurred two blocks from where Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents had shot and killed Renee Good on January 7, 2026.

Federal agents in tactical gear deploy tear gas on a Minneapolis street. — January 12, 2026 — Federal agents, including Bureau of Prisons officers and BORTAC, deployed tear gas and pepper spray at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026. This incident occurred during "Operation Metro Surge" and involved the ramming of a vehicle and demands for identification from a Latino man who was subsequently released. The confrontation escalated with the arrival of more officers and the dispersal of tear gas, affecting members of the media. This event took place two blocks from where ICE agents had fatally shot Renee Good on January 7, 2026.

Federal agents deploy tear gas during enforcement operation at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026. — January 12, 2026 — Federal agents, identified as BORTAC, deploy tear gas and pepper spray at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026. This incident occurred two blocks from where ICE agents had fatally shot Renee Good on January 7, 2026. The confrontation involved federal agents ramming a vehicle and demanding identification from a Latino man, who stated he was released upon proving his U.S. citizenship.

U.S. Border Patrol agent wearing gas mask and tactical gear stands on a Minneapolis street lined with parked cars. — January 12, 2026 — A U.S. Border Patrol agent, identified by the "RM29" patch on his vest, stands on a Minneapolis street wearing a gas mask and tactical gear.

Federal agents confront a man at Park and 35th Street in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge. — January 12, 2026 — Federal agents, identified as BORTAC, a tactical unit of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, confront a man in Minneapolis. The incident occurred at Park and 35th Street, where agents reportedly rammed the man's vehicle and demanded identification. The man, who is Latino, was released after agents determined he was a U.S. citizen.

BORTAC agents in tactical gear detain a driver during federal immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis on January 12 — January 12, 2026 — BORTAC agents detain a driver at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026. The incident occurred two blocks from where ICE agents had shot and killed Renee Good on January 7, 2026.

Observer in red jacket and protective gear films ICE agents during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. — January 12, 2026 — On January 12, 2026, an individual wearing a protective mask and hood films Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge.

A spent tear gas canister lies in the snow on Park Avenue in Minneapolis, January 2026. — January 12, 2026 — A spent tear gas canister lies in the snow and ice on Park Avenue in Minneapolis, January 2026. The canister was deployed during a confrontation between federal agents and civilians near the intersection of Park Avenue and 35th Street. This incident occurred just days after ICE agents fatally shot Renee Good in the same vicinity.

A federal agent with a weapon stands at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis. — January 12, 2026 — Federal agents, identified as BORTAC (Border Patrol Tactical Unit), were present at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026. This incident occurred shortly after another event on January 7, 2026, where ICE agents shot and killed Renee Good approximately two blocks away.

Federal agents in tactical gear on Park Avenue in Minneapolis, January 12, 2026. — January 12, 2026 — Federal agents from BORTAC, a tactical unit of the U.S. Border Patrol, were present in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026. On Park Avenue at 35th Street, agents reportedly rammed a vehicle and demanded identification from a Latino man, who stated he was released upon proving his U.S. citizenship. The incident occurred near the location where ICE agents had fatally shot Renee Good just days earlier, on January 7, 2026.

BORTAC agents in Minneapolis near Park Avenue and 35th Street on January 12, 2026. — January 12, 2026 — BORTAC agents, a specialized unit of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, confronted a crowd in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026, near Park Avenue and 35th Street. The incident occurred a week after ICE agents fatally shot Renee Good in the same vicinity. During the confrontation, federal agents reportedly stopped a Latino man, demanding identification, and later released tear gas and pepper spray on members of the media and bystanders.

A U.S. Border Patrol officer in Minneapolis wears tactical gear and smart glasses on January 12, 2026. — January 12, 2026 — A U.S. Border Patrol officer is seen in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026, wearing tactical gear and Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses.

Armed Federal Bureau of Prisons officer in tactical gear during ICE enforcement operation in Minneapolis neighborhood. — January 12, 2026 — Federal agents, including BORTAC and ICE, confronted a vehicle and its occupant at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026. An armed officer with the Federal Bureau of Prisons pictured. The Latino driver stated he was released after agents confirmed his U.S. citizenship. The incident occurred near the location where ICE agents had fatally shot Renee Good just days earlier, on January 7, 2026. The confrontation escalated with the arrival of a crowd and additional officers, leading to the deployment of tear gas and pepper spray against members of the media.

U.S. Border Patrol agent in tactical gear displays body camera and less-lethal canister during Minneapolis federal immigration — January 12, 2026 — A U.S. Border Patrol agent, identified as part of the BORTAC unit, is equipped with less-lethal munitions and tactical gear. This image was taken on January 12, 2026, in Minneapolis, near Park Avenue and 35th Street. The incident involved federal agents stopping a vehicle and demanding identification from a Latino man who stated he was released after proving his U.S. citizenship. This occurred in close proximity to where ICE agents had previously shot and killed Renee Good on January 7, 2026.

Federal agents in tactical gear stand on a Minneapolis street during an immigration enforcement operation on January 12, 2026. — January 12, 2026 — Federal agents, including Border Patrol Tactical Unit (BORTAC) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) personnel, confront individuals at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026. The incident involved agents ramming a vehicle and demanding identification from a Latino man who stated he was released upon proving his U.S. citizenship. This occurred two blocks from where ICE agents had previously shot and killed Renee Good on January 7, 2026, highlighting ongoing tensions related to federal immigration enforcement operations in the city.

Federal agent with less lethal weapon at Park Ave, Minneapolis. — January 12, 2026 — Federal agents conducted a vehicle stop and demanded identification from a Latino man at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026. An officer with the United States Bureau of Prisons stands with a less lethal weapon. The man stated he was released after agents confirmed his U.S. citizenship. The incident occurred near the location where ICE agents had fatally shot Renee Good just days earlier, on January 7, 2026. The confrontation escalated with the arrival of a crowd and additional officers, leading to the deployment of tear gas and pepper spray against members of the media.

Federal agents ram a vehicle and demand identification at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026. — January 12, 2026 — Federal agents, identified as BORTAC, a tactical unit of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, ram a vehicle and demand identification from a Latino man at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026. The man stated he was released once his U.S. citizenship was confirmed. The incident occurred two blocks from where ICE agents fatally shot Renee Good on January 7, 2026. The confrontation escalated with the arrival of a crowd and additional officers, leading to the deployment of tear gas and pepper spray against members of the media.

BORTAC agents at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis during a confrontation. — January 12, 2026 — On January 12, 2026, BORTAC agents, a tactical unit of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, confronted an individual at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis. The agents reportedly rammed the man's vehicle and demanded identification, releasing him after confirming his U.S. citizenship. The incident occurred near the site where ICE agents had fatally shot Renee Good on January 7, 2026, and escalated as a crowd and additional officers arrived, leading to the deployment of tear gas and pepper spray against members of the media.

Federal agents confront a man at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis. — January 12, 2026 — Federal agents from ICE and BORTAC confronted a man and demanded identification at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026. The man, who identified as Latino, stated he was released after agents confirmed his U.S. citizenship. The confrontation occurred amidst a growing crowd and increased police presence, leading to the deployment of tear gas and pepper spray against members of the media. This incident took place two blocks from where ICE agents had fatally shot Renee Good on January 7, 2026, highlighting tensions surrounding federal immigration enforcement in the city.

Federal agents ram a vehicle and demand ID from a man in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026. — January 12, 2026 — Federal agents ram a vehicle and demand identification from a Latino man at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis on January 12, 2026. The man stated he was released once his U.S. citizenship was confirmed. The incident occurred two blocks from where ICE agents had shot and killed Renee Good on January 7, 2026. The confrontation escalated with the arrival of a crowd and additional officers, leading to the dispersal of tear gas and pepper spray directed at members of the media.

Man stands at Minneapolis bus shelter with colorful graffiti and "Uptown/West Lake Street" sign overhead. — January 12, 2026 — A man stands at a bus shelter on Lake Street in Minneapolis, where graffiti reading "RENEE" is visible on the glass. This image was taken on January 12, 2026, during a period of heightened public attention related to "Operation Metro Surge".

A protest flyer in Minneapolis accuses Nick Shirley of ICE involvement and links him to Renee Good's death. — January 12, 2026 — A flyer posted in South Minneapolis on January 12, 2026, accuses Nick Shirley of involvement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and links him to the death of Renee Good. The poster urges businesses not to engage with Shirley, displaying a photograph of him with text from a Fox News segment.

Protest flyer posted in Minneapolis accusing ICE agent Jonathan Ross of murdering Renee Good. — January 12, 2026 — A flyer posted in South Minneapolis on January 12, 2026, accuses Jonathan E. Ross of being a "DOMESTIC TERRORIST," "MURDERER," and associated with "I.C.E." The flyer also states "RIP RENEE GOOD" and includes a photograph of Ross with the message, "JONATHAN E. ROSS IS A MURDERER. IF YOU SEE HIM, BEHAVE ACCORDINGLY."

A protest sign reading "TO ICE: GET THE FUCK OUT" is displayed in a Minneapolis front yard next to a rainbow flag. — January 12, 2026 — A sign in a Minneapolis front yard reads "TO ICE: GET THE FUCK OUT," a sentiment echoed by Mayor Jacob Frey in a public statement.

Graffiti on a concrete wall in Minneapolis reads "LOVE and Protect your NEIGHBORS DON'T Trust the Feds". — January 12, 2026 — Graffiti on a concrete wall near a Minneapolis Public School reads "LOVE and Protect your NEIGHBORS DON'T Trust the Feds" followed by a heart symbol.

A jogger runs along Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis at sunset, with stacked rowing shells in the foreground. — January 11, 2026 — A jogger runs along the shore of Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis as the sun sets, casting a warm glow over the stacked rowing shells. Bde Maka Ska, one of Minneapolis's Chain of Lakes, is a popular destination for recreation and is home to several rowing clubs. The boats are stored on racks during the winter months, awaiting the warmer weather when the lake is free of ice. The presence of the boats signifies the cyclical nature of the seasons and the enduring appeal of the lake for athletic pursuits.

Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis. — January 11, 2026 — The Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building near Minneapolis. The building's potential sale by the General Services Administration (GSA) in the past year prompted concerns from Minnesota Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith regarding its impact on veterans and military readiness. Recent events at the facility include arrests and visits by U.S. Representatives Ilhan Omar, Jackie Craig, and Kelly Morrison, who were reportedly denied access. The facility is being used as an ICE detention center and has been a place of protest since December 2025.

CowardICE Protest Sign in Minneapolis — January 11, 2026 — Protests continue outside the Whipple federal building just outside of Minneapolis where today the facility is being guarded by United States Bureau of Prisons. Previously, this was the United States Border Patrol.

Bureau of Prisons officers stand at the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis, where graffiti reads "FUCK ICE". — January 11, 2026 — Bureau of Prisons officers stand guard outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis.

Federal agents stand guard outside the Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis, with graffiti on barriers. — January 11, 2026 — Federal agents stand guard outside the Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis.

Federal officers in tactical gear face protesters holding signs during an anti-ICE demonstration in Minneapolis. — January 11, 2026 — Federal officers from the Bureau of Prisons stand guard outside the Whipple federal building near Minneapolis during a protest. The building has been an ongoing place of protest since December 2025. It's been used as a base for federal immigration operations during Operation Metro Surge.

Live streamers in Minneapolis — January 11, 2026 — Nick Sortor and Cam Higby stand inside a Jeep they have parked on the street away from protesters filming for viral content. This is across from the Whipple federal building. The building is being used as a ICE detention center and has been a place of protest during Operation Metro Surge.

Federal law enforcement officers in tactical gear arrest a protester during immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis. — January 11, 2026 — Federal officers from the Bureau of Prisons and Homeland Security are seen outside the Whipple Federal Building near Minneapolis making arrests. The Whipple Federal Building houses various federal agencies, including those involved in immigration and law enforcement. The Whipple building has been a place of protest since December 2025.

Wheat-pasted protest posters reading "Renee Nicole Good American Mom Murdered by ICE" on a Minneapolis building. — January 11, 2026 — Posters proclaiming "RENEE NICOLE GOOD AMERICAN MOM MURDERED BY ICE" are wheat-pasted to the exterior of a building on Lake Street in Minneapolis. The posters protest the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

Posters protesting ICE are wheat-pasted on plywood boarding a construction site in Minneapolis. — January 11, 2026 — Wheat-pasted posters bearing the image and name of Renee Nicole Good, identified as an "AMERICAN MOM" and stating "MURDERED BY ICE," were displayed on plywood boarding a construction site in Minneapolis in January 2026. The posters appeared on boards covering a new development at Nicollet Avenue and 31st Street, a location that previously housed a Wells Fargo bank that was damaged by fire in 2020.

Graffiti on a Minneapolis wall reads "Fascists Go To Hell" and "Fuck ICE" with protest tags below. — January 10, 2026 — Graffiti reading "Fascists Go To Hell" and "Fuck ICE" is visible on a wall along Lake Street in Minneapolis. This message appeared following the killing of Renee Good by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent.

Graffiti reading "We'll Do It Again, ICE Out Now!" on a Target store wall in Minneapolis during anti-ICE protests. — January 10, 2026 — Graffiti reading "We'll Do It Again, ICE Out Now!" is spray-painted on the exterior wall of a Target store in Minneapolis. The message is a protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The store is located across the street from the Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct, which was a focal point of protests and unrest in the summer of 2020 following the murder of George Floyd.

Handmade protest signs against ICE agents posted on utility pole during Minneapolis march. — January 10, 2026 — Known your rights and "ICE ARE TERRORISTS KIDNAPPERS MURDERERS KICK ICE OUT OF MINNESOTA NOW!" signs on a utility pole as thousands march through South Minneapolis. This comes 3 days after ICE agent Jonathan Ross shot and killed observer Renee Good during Operation Metro Surge.

Commuters wait at a Minneapolis bus stop near a sticker reading "Wife Left Kids Hate Me" during anti-ICE protests. — January 10, 2026 — Sticker at a bus stop that reads "Wife Left Kids Hate Me" as thousands march through South Minneapolis. This comes 3 days after ICE agent Jonathan Ross shot and killed observer Renee Good during Operation Metro Surge.

Protesters with "ICE Out of Minneapolis" signs during South Minneapolis march. — January 10, 2026 — "ICE OUT OF MINNEAPOLIS" signs in a window as thousands march through South Minneapolis. This comes 3 days after ICE agent Jonathan Ross shot and killed observer Renee Good during Operation Metro Surge.

Protester wearing "Welcome to Minneapolis" jean jacket marches during anti-ICE demonstration in South Minneapolis. — January 10, 2026 — "Welcome to Minneapolis" on the back of a protester's jean jacket. Thousands march through South Minneapolis 3 days after ICE agent Jonathan Ross shot and killed observer Renee Good during Operation Metro Surge.

A protest sign reading "SMALL SIGN, BIG FUCK YOU TRUMP" is placed in the snow in South Minneapolis. — January 10, 2026 — A protest sign reading "SMALL SIGN, BIG FUCK YOU TRUMP" is placed in the snow in South Minneapolis. Sign in the snow as thousands march through South Minneapolis 3 days after ICE agent Jonathan Ross shot and killed observer Renee Good during Operation Metro Surge.

Protester holds sign reading "It's Feeling a Lot Like 1933" during anti-ICE march in Minneapolis. — January 10, 2026 — Protest sign reading "It's feeling a lot like 1993". Thousands march through South Minneapolis 3 days after ICE agent Jonathan Ross shot and killed observer Renee Good during Operation Metro Surge.

Thousands of protesters march through South Minneapolis against federal immigration enforcement, holding signs and flags. — January 10, 2026 — Thousands march through South Minneapolis 3 days after ICE agent Jonathan Ross shot and killed observer Renee Good during Operation Metro Surge. Signs reading "You cant shoot us all", "We are America".

A "Know Your Rights" flyer is posted on a wooden pole in South Minneapolis. — 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".

Protester wearing yellow jacket displays sign reading "Snowflakes Crush Ice" during march in Minneapolis. — January 10, 2026 — Thousands march through South Minneapolis 3 days after ICE agent Jonathan Ross shot and killed observer Renee Good during Operation Metro Surge. Sign reads "Snowflakes crush ice".

Protesters in Minneapolis hold signs opposing ICE actions affecting Minneapolis Public Schools. — 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.

Protesters in South Minneapolis march against Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations. — January 10, 2026 — Thousands march through South Minneapolis 3 days after ICE agent Jonathan Ross shot and killed observer Renee Good during Operation Metro Surge. Sign reads "Deport the real criminals & murderers".

Protest sign reading "End Terror Abolish & Prosecute ICE!" held during march in South Minneapolis. — 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.

Protesters holding signs at a large anti-ICE march in South Minneapolis three days after Renee Good's death. — January 10, 2026 — Thousands march through South Minneapolis 3 days after ICE agent Jonathan Ross shot and killed observer Renee Good during Operation Metro Surge. Signs reading "FUCK ICE", "Death to Fascists" "Blood on your hand".

Protester holds handmade sign reading "Justice for Good" during march in South Minneapolis following Renee Good's death. — January 10, 2026 — A "JUSTICE FOR GOOD GO HOME FASCISTS THESE ARE OUR STREETS" protest sign being held as thousands march through South Minneapolis. This comes 3 days after ICE agent Jonathan Ross shot and killed observer Renee Good during Operation Metro Surge.

Protesters hold signs opposing ICE immigration enforcement during a march in South Minneapolis. — January 10, 2026 — Thousands of protesters marched through South Minneapolis in response to Operation Metro Surge and the January 7 killing of Renee Good by ICE agent Jonathan Ross. 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."

Protesters holding handmade signs including "Abolish ICE" and "Epstein Files" march through Minneapolis streets. — January 10, 2026 — Thousands of protesters marched through South Minneapolis in response to the January 7th killing of Renee Good by ICE agent Jonathan Ross during Operation Megtro Surge. Signs carried 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 march through South Minneapolis carrying signs and flags during an anti-ICE demonstration. — January 10, 2026 — Thousands of protesters marched through South Minneapolis in response to the January 7th killing of Renee Good by a Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent.

Protester holds up a FUCK ICE protest sign in Minneapolis — January 10, 2026 — Protester holds up a sign that reads "Trump has a mugshot my parent's don't! FUCK ICE!" Thousands march through South Minneapolis on January 10, 2026 protesting the actions of the thousands of ICE agents that have descended upon the city in the last month. The march comes 3 days after Renee Good was shot and killed by ICE agent Jonathan Ross.

A protestor sits on a dinosaur sculpture in South Minneapolis holding an "ICE OUT OF MINNEAPOLIS" sign. — January 10, 2026 — A protestor sits atop a dinosaur sculpture in South Minneapolis, holding a sign that reads "I.C.E. OUT OF MINNEAPOLIS" during a large protest and march 3 days after the shooting death of Renee Good by ICE agent Jonathan Good.

A protest sign against ICE is attached to a utility pole in South Minneapolis. — January 10, 2026 — A handmade sign attached to a wooden utility pole reads "ICE = LOW IQ, RACIST, UNFUCKABLE NAZIS WITH DADDY ISSUES" in red lettering. This sign protesting the actions of Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the Twin Cities.

State troopers and conservation officers arrest protesters in Minneapolis during a snowstorm. — January 10, 2026 — State officers, including Minnesota State Patrol and Conservation Officers, made approximately 15-20 arrests in downtown Minneapolis during a snowstorm. The arrests followed a protest targeting a hotel believed to be housing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. This event occurred amidst ongoing national discussions and local activism surrounding immigration policies and ICE operations.

Protester holding profane sign confronts Minnesota State Trooper. — January 10, 2026 — A protester holds a sign reading "FUCK ICE" while confronting a Minnesota State Trooper during a protest in downtown Minneapolis. The protest was organized as a noise demonstration outside a hotel believed to be housing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Law enforcement, including the Minnesota State Patrol, Minnesota Conservation Officers, and Minneapolis Police, declared the assembly unlawful and dispersed the crowd.

Minnesota State Patrol and federal agents in tactical gear secure a snowy downtown Minneapolis street during an ICE protest. — January 10, 2026 — Minnesota State Patrol officers made approximately 15-20 arrests in downtown Minneapolis during a protest targeting a hotel believed to house Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The "noise demo" occurred during snowy conditions, with law enforcement vehicles, including a Bearcat, present.

Police in tactical gear and yellow vests respond to ICE hotel demonstration. — January 10, 2026 — State officers made approximately 15 to 20 arrests in downtown Minneapolis on December 10, 2020, following a "noise demo" protest. Demonstrators gathered outside a hotel they believed was housing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The protest occurred during a snowstorm, with officers from the Minneapolis Police Department, Minnesota Conservation Officer, and Minnesota State Patrol present.

Police vehicles with flashing lights line a snowy Minneapolis street during an ICE protest. — January 10, 2026 — Minneapolis Police vehicles are shown during a protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in downtown Minneapolis. Protesters had gathered outside a hotel where they believed ICE agents were staying, leading to police declaring an unlawful assembly and making arrests.

Protester confronts law enforcement officer in tactical gear during nighttime ICE protest outside Minneapolis shelter. — January 9, 2026 — A protester holds a sign reading "FUCK ICE" while confronting a Minnesota State Trooper during a protest in downtown Minneapolis. The protest was organized as a noise demonstration outside a hotel believed to be housing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Law enforcement, including the Minnesota State Patrol, Minnesota Conservation Officers, and Minneapolis Police, declared the assembly unlawful and dispersed the crowd.

Man on guitar at ICE Noise Demo in Minneapolis — January 9, 2026 — Minnesota Conservation Officers, Minnesota State Patrol and Minneapolis Police pushing out hundreds of protesters after declaring an unlawful assembly. Protesters had been holding a noise demo at a downtown hotel they believe ICE agents are staying at.

Protester confronts Minnesota State Trooper in tactical gear during anti-ICE demonstration in Minneapolis. — January 9, 2026 — A protester holds a sign reading "FUCK ICE" while confronting a Minnesota State Trooper during a protest in downtown Minneapolis. The protest was organized as a noise demonstration outside a hotel believed to be housing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Law enforcement, including the Minnesota State Patrol, Minnesota Conservation Officers, and Minneapolis Police, declared the assembly unlawful and dispersed the crowd.

Protester holding handmade sign reading "FUCK ICE" during nighttime demonstration in downtown Minneapolis. — January 9, 2026 — Protesters gathered in downtown Minneapolis to oppose the presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The protest, which included a "noise demo," targeted a hotel believed to be housing ICE personnel. Law enforcement, including the Minneapolis Police, Minnesota State Patrol, and Minnesota Conservation Officers, declared the assembly unlawful and dispersed the crowd.

Drummer performs with drum kit during anti-ICE protest demonstration in Minneapolis. — January 9, 2026 — A drummer performs with a drum kit outside a building with a brick facade. This image was taken during a protest in downtown Minneapolis where hundreds of demonstrators gathered to oppose the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The protest, described as a "noise demo," targeted a hotel believed to be housing ICE agents. Authorities, including the Minnesota Conservation Officers, Minnesota State Patrol, and Minneapolis Police, declared the assembly unlawful and dispersed the crowd.

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara stands with officers at Renee Good Memorial on Portland Avenue. — January 9, 2026 — Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara stands with officers near the Renee Good Memorial on Portland Avenue.

Members of Minneapolis Violence Interrupters wear bright red safety vests at Renee Good memorial. — January 9, 2026 — Minneapolis Violence Interrupters, a community-based program, at the Renee Good memorial following her shooting death by ICE agent Jonathan Ross. The shooting death came during "Operation Metro Surge".

Protester holds yellow sign reading "OUT. NOW." with cartoon ICE agent during Minneapolis demonstration. — January 9, 2026 — A protester holds up a sign that reads OUT. NOW. with people throwing snowballs at an ICE agent. Seen the day after Renee Good was shot and killed by an ICE agent.

Yard signs reading "Ice break law go to jail" and "Drop the tariffs impeach!" in snowy Minneapolis. — January 9, 2026 — Yard signs in Minneapolis that read "Ice break law go to jail" "Drop the tariffs impeach!" seen in Uptown Minneapolis 2 days after ICE agent Jonathan Ross shot and killed Renee Good during Operation Metro Surge.

"Wanted for Murder" flyer posted on pole accusing ICE agent of killing Renee Good on January 7, 2026. — January 9, 2026 — A "Wanted for Murder" flyer, posted on a pole at the intersection of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis, accuses an ICE agent of killing Renee Good on January 7, 2026.

Rest In Peace Renee Good, Memorial in Minneapolis — January 9, 2026 — Rest In Peace Renee Good sign near where Renee Good was shot and killed by ICE agents.

Woman leaves flowers at Renee Good Memorial in Minneapolis — January 9, 2026 — A woman lays down flowers near where Renee Good was killed. /good/

Box of colorful whistles labeled "take one" at Renee Good Memorial in Minneapolis beside flowers and candle. — January 9, 2026 — A box of colorful whistles, labeled "Whistles (take one)", sits beside bouquets of flowers and a memorial candle at the Renee Good Memorial in Minneapolis. These whistles were distributed as a way to alert others to the presence of federal immigration agents, particularly during protests or increased enforcement activities. The memorial itself honors Renee Good, and the presence of these whistles signifies a community's response to immigration policies and enforcement actions.

Child places flowers at memorial for Renee Good on Portland Avenue in Minneapolis. — January 9, 2026 — A child places flowers at a memorial for Renee Good on Portland Avenue in Minneapolis. The memorial, adorned with numerous floral tributes and balloons, was established following the killing of Renee Good by an ICE agent during "Operation Metro Surge".

Anti ICE Graffiti on Minneapolis Bus Stop — January 9, 2026 — "FUCK ICE" written on a Metro Transit bus stop on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge.

Hand-written closure notice on Los Ocampo restaurant door in Minneapolis citing current conditions in the Twin Cities. — January 9, 2026 — A sign posted on the door of Los Ocampo restaurant in Minneapolis announces its temporary closure due to "current conditions in the Twin Cities." The closure followed the fatal shooting of American citizen Renee Good 2 days prior.

Graffiti reading "FUCK ICE" and "RIP RENEE GOOD" on a brick building in Minneapolis, January 9th. — January 9, 2026 — A car drives by a building with graffiti reading "FUCK ICE" "RIP RENEE GOOD" in South Minneapolis on January 9th.

Banner reading "ICE MUST GO" hangs on a residential house in South Minneapolis during immigration enforcement protests. — January 9, 2026 — A banner reading "ICE MUST GO" is displayed on a house in South Minneapolis. This protest sign appeared two days after ICE agent Jonathan Ross shot and killed Renee Good.

Red and white "Lil' Dipper" ice cream truck parked on Portland Avenue near Renee Good Memorial barricades in Minneapolis. — January 8, 2026 — An ice cream truck, "Lil' Dipper," is parked on Portland Avenue in Minneapolis, near street barricades. The barricades were put up on the blocks surrounding the Renee Good Memorial. Eyewitnesses and video later confirmed Renee Good was shot and killed by ICE agent Jonathan Ross.

Street barricades made of debris line Portland Avenue in Minneapolis the day after an ICE killing. — January 8, 2026 — Street barricades line Portland Avenue in Minneapolis, the day after Renee Good was killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent.

Renee Good Street Blockade Shoveling — January 8, 2026 — Community members removing blocks of ICE from the street barricades around the Renee Good Memorial. On January 7, 2026, 37-year-old Renée Nicole Good was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent during a federal immigration enforcement operation in south Minneapolis. Video recorded by bystanders showed Good attempting to drive away as agents surrounded her vehicle before an ICE agent fired multiple shots into the SUV. Federal officials claimed the shooting was justified because the agent feared being struck by the vehicle, while witnesses, local officials, and independent video analyses questioned that account and called for further investigation. Good, a Minneapolis resident, and community advocate, was remembered by family and supporters as compassionate and deeply involved in supporting immigrant communities. Her death sparked large protests across Minneapolis and intensified national debate over immigration enforcement, the use of federal agents in local operations, and the expanding role of ICE under the Trump administration. The ICE agent that shot Renee Good has been identified as Jonathan Ross of Chaska, Minnesota.

People chop ice near Renee Good Memorial — January 8, 2026 — Neighbors chopping large patches of ice near street barricades at the Renee Good Memorial.

A protest sign reading "Film The Fascists" is displayed on Portland Avenue in Minneapolis near street barricades. — January 8, 2026 — A protest sign reads "Dear Press, Your Painting Cameras at the Wrong People. FILM THE FASCISTS." The sign is made of weathered plywood and spray-painted in red. It is positioned near street barricades on Portland Avenue, near the Renee Good Memorial.

Wooden pallet barricades with "ICE Out" banners block a Minneapolis street during an immigration protest. — January 8, 2026 — Street barricades, constructed from wooden pallets, block Portland Avenue in Minneapolis. Banners reading "ICE Out" are draped across the barricades, indicating a protest against the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency. The barricades were erected near the Renee Good Memorial.

Graffiti reading "Get The Fuck Out" and "Minneapolis" spray-painted on street at Renee Good Memorial site. — January 8, 2026 — Graffiti reading "Get The Fuck Out" and "Minneapolis" is spray-painted on the street near the Renee Good Memorial. This memorial marks the location where Renee Good was killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent on January 7, 2026, during Operation Metro Surge.

Man stands at memorial with flowers and "Justice" sign for Renee Good on snowy Portland Avenue in Minneapolis. — January 8, 2026 — A memorial for Renee Good is displayed on Portland Avenue in Minneapolis. The extensive display of flowers, candles, and signs, including "Justice for Renee Good" and "Peace," reflects public mourning and calls for accountability following her death. The Star Tribune identified the ICE agent involved as Jonathan Ross.

U.S. Border Patrol agents escort a protester away at the Whipple Federal Building. — January 8, 2026 — U.S. Border Patrol agents escort a protester away from the Whipple federal detention center near Minneapolis on January 8th, 2026. The Whipple facility, officially known as the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Processing Center, serves as a detention center for individuals in immigration proceedings.

U.S. Border Patrol and federal agents in tactical gear arrest a person at the Whipple Federal Building. — January 8, 2026 — Border Patrol officers make arrests outside the Whipple federal building near Minneapolis. The building has been a used as a ICE detention center during Operation Metro Surge.

U.S. Border Patrol Agents Arrest at Minneapolis ICE Detention Center — January 8, 2026 — U.S. Border Patrol officers with the BORTAC team make an arrest at the Whipple building near Minneapolis. The Whipple building had been used as an ICE detention center and been a place of protest since December 2025.

U.S. Border Patrol agents arrest a protester on a snow-covered street at the Whipple Building. — January 8, 2026 — U.S. Border Patrol agents arrest a protester outside the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis. The building houses offices for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), a federal agency responsible for enforcing immigration laws.

Federal Border Patrol agent arrests protester on snow-covered street outside the Whipple Federal Building. — January 8, 2026 — A protester is arrested by Border Patrol agents outside the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis. Protests have frequently gathered outside the building, which serves as a ICE detention center.

Border Patrol agent arrests protester outside Minneapolis Whipple Federal Building during immigration enforcement operation. — January 8, 2026 — A protester is apprehended by a Border Patrol agent outside the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis. The building houses a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention center.

ICE agent in tactical gear arrests protester during federal immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis. — January 8, 2026 — An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent arrests a protester outside the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis. The Whipple Federal Building, completed in 1967, houses federal agency offices and courtrooms.

Protester records Border Patrol agent — January 8, 2026 — Protester records a Border Patrol agent at the Whipple Building near Minneapolis. The building is used as an ICE detention center and has been a place of protest since December 2025.

Border Patrol agents arrest protesters outside the federal building in Minneapolis. — January 8, 2026 — Border Patrol agents arrest protesters outside the Whipple federal building near Minneapolis. The arrests occurred the day after Renee Good was killed by an ICE Agent in South Minneapolis. The Whipple building, which houses an ICE detention center, has been a place of protest since December 2025.

U.S. Border Patrol officers in tactical gear assemble outside the Whipple federal building in Minneapolis during immigration — January 8, 2026 — U.S. Border Patrol officers are shown outside the Whipple Detention Center near Minneapolis on January 8th, 2026. The Whipple Building, a federal office building, has been utilized by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for detention operations. This image was taken during "Operation Metro Surge," a period of increased immigration enforcement activity in the region.

ICE truck and federal agents at the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis. — January 8, 2026 — Federal agents are seen outside the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The vehicle, marked "Defend The Homeland," belongs to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), an agency within the Department of Homeland Security. The Whipple Federal Building houses various federal offices, including those related to immigration and law enforcement. The Whipple building is being used as a detention center and has been a place of protest since December 2025.

ICE agents and SUV in Minneapolis on January 8, 2026. — January 8, 2026 — Federal agents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) are seen with a government SUV in Minneapolis on January 8, 2026. The vehicle, marked with "Defend The Homeland" and "Integrity, Courage, Endurance" is used during Operation Metro Surge.

An ICE vehicle stopped at a lowered light rail gate in Minneapolis, Minnesota. — January 8, 2026 — An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) vehicle is stopped at a lowered light rail crossing gate in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on January 8, 2026. The crossing guard gate, which landed on top of the car, is part of the light rail across from the Whipple federal building. The Whipple building, which houses an ICE detention center, has been a place of protest since December 2025.

ICE vehicle parked outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis during federal enforcement operations. — January 8, 2026 — A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) vehicle is parked outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis on January 8, 2026. The building, named after the former Episcopal bishop, houses various federal agencies as well as the ICE detention center.

Protesters with American flags confront federal agents in tactical gear outside Minneapolis's Whipple Federal Building. — January 8, 2026 — Protesters gathered outside the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis following the fatal shooting of Renee Macarthur Good by an ICE agent. The building serves as a base for federal operations during Operation Metro Surge as well as a detention center The Whipple building has been a place of protest since December 2025

DJI drone operated by federal agent hovers above Minneapolis during ICE enforcement operation near Whipple Building. — January 8, 2026 — A DJI drone operated by a federal agent hovers near the Whipple Building near Minneapolis. The building, also known as the Federal Building, houses offices for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and it's detention center. The federal government regularly flew drones as protesters gathered across from the building.

Protester holding sign confronts masked Border Patrol agent in tactical gear. — January 8, 2026 — A protester holds a sign reading "Whose mom will you take today?" in front of a U.S. Border Patrol Federal Agent during a protest at the Whipple building near Minneapolis. The Whipple building is used as an ICE detention center.

Protesters holding ICE OUT MN sign at Whipple Building — January 8, 2026 — Protesters holding a sign that reads "ICE OUT MN" at the Whipple Federal Building near Minneapolis.

Minnesotans Standing Up To ICE — January 8, 2026 — Minnesotans stand up to armed federal agents at the Whipple Federal Building the day after Renee Good was killed.

Federal officer in tactical gear with less-lethal weapon and camouflage uniform near Minneapolis federal building. — January 8, 2026 — A federal officer outside the Whipple Federal Building near Minneapolis. The officer is equipped with a less-lethal weapon. The Whipple Federal Building houses various federal agencies, including ICE, and has been a site of activity related to immigration enforcement and related public demonstrations.

U.S. Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino confers with federal agents outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building. — January 8, 2026 — U.S. Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino speaks with agents outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis. The building, named after the Episcopal bishop, houses various federal agencies as well as the ICE detention center. The building has been a place of protest since December 2025.

Protester wearing "Neighbors Say ICE Out" sign among federal agents at the Whipple Building. — January 8, 2026 — Protesters gathered outside the Whipple Federal Building near Minneapolis to demand the removal of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from Minnesota. The Whipple Building is used as a detention center during Operation Metro Surge.

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