Ice Out Of Minnesota Protest and March

Thousands march in sub-zero windchill from Mercado Central to Karmel Mall

December 20, 2025 — Lake Street — Minneapolis, MN

With the windchill struggling to reach 0°F, thousands marched down Lake Street in South Minneapolis protesting the actions of ICE.

The march began at Latino marketplace Mercado Central at Lake and Bloomington ending at Karmel Mall at Lake and Pillsbury. This follows weeks of racist attacks by the President on the Minneapolis Somali community and politicians.

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Shoppers browse perfumes and fragrances at Karmel Mall in Minneapolis. The mall, a significant cultural and commercial hub for the city's Somali community, was the endpoint of a protest march on Lake Street. Thousands participated in the demonstration against the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), with chants including "ICE Out of Minnesota!" and "MINNESOTANS KNOW ICE IS SLIPPERY AND DANGEROUS - IT'S TIME TO DE-ICE!" The march began at Mercado Central and concluded at Karmel Mall, occurring in the context of recent presidential rhetoric targeting the Somali community.
December 20, 2025 — Shoppers browse perfumes and fragrances at Karmel Mall in Minneapolis. The mall, a significant cultural and commercial hub for the city's Somali community, was the endpoint of a protest march on Lake Street. Thousands participated in the demonstration against the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), with chants including "ICE Out of Minnesota!" and "MINNESOTANS KNOW ICE IS SLIPPERY AND DANGEROUS - IT'S TIME TO DE-ICE!" The march began at Mercado Central and concluded at Karmel Mall, occurring in the context of recent presidential rhetoric targeting the Somali community.
A man in a frog costume fist bumps another man inside a barbershop. The protest against ICE occurred on a cold day in Minneapolis, with marchers beginning at Mercado Central and ending at Karmel Mall. The event was a response to recent rhetoric targeting the Somali community in Minneapolis.
December 20, 2025 — A man in a frog costume fist bumps another man inside a barbershop. The protest against ICE occurred on a cold day in Minneapolis, with marchers beginning at Mercado Central and ending at Karmel Mall. The event was a response to recent rhetoric targeting the Somali community in Minneapolis.
Protestors gathered outside Karmel Mall in Minneapolis on a day with a sub-zero windchill, marching down Lake Street to protest the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The march, which began at Mercado Central, was a response to recent rhetoric targeting the Somali community. Signs carried by participants included "ICE Out of Minnesota!" and "Families Belong Together," reflecting concerns about immigration policies and their impact on immigrant communities.
December 20, 2025 — Protestors gathered outside Karmel Mall in Minneapolis on a day with a sub-zero windchill, marching down Lake Street to protest the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The march, which began at Mercado Central, was a response to recent rhetoric targeting the Somali community. Signs carried by participants included "ICE Out of Minnesota!" and "Families Belong Together," reflecting concerns about immigration policies and their impact on immigrant communities.
On a frigid day in Minneapolis, thousands marched down Lake Street to protest the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The march, which began at Mercado Central and concluded at Karmel Mall, was a response to recent rhetoric targeting the city's Somali community. Protesters carried signs with slogans such as “ICE Out of Minnesota!” and “Immigrants are not the problem,” reflecting concerns about immigration policies and their impact on local communities.
December 20, 2025 — On a frigid day in Minneapolis, thousands marched down Lake Street to protest the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The march, which began at Mercado Central and concluded at Karmel Mall, was a response to recent rhetoric targeting the city's Somali community. Protesters carried signs with slogans such as “ICE Out of Minnesota!” and “Immigrants are not the problem,” reflecting concerns about immigration policies and their impact on local communities.
On a frigid day in Minneapolis, a protest against the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) took place, with participants marching down Lake Street. The march, which began at Mercado Central and concluded at Karmel Mall, was a response to recent rhetoric targeting the Somali community. Protesters carried signs with slogans such as "ICE Out of Minnesota!" and "MINNESOTANS KNOW ICE IS SLIPPERY AND DANGEROUS - IT'S TIME TO DE-ICE!" This event highlighted community concerns regarding immigration policies and their impact on local populations.
December 20, 2025 — On a frigid day in Minneapolis, a protest against the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) took place, with participants marching down Lake Street. The march, which began at Mercado Central and concluded at Karmel Mall, was a response to recent rhetoric targeting the Somali community. Protesters carried signs with slogans such as "ICE Out of Minnesota!" and "MINNESOTANS KNOW ICE IS SLIPPERY AND DANGEROUS - IT'S TIME TO DE-ICE!" This event highlighted community concerns regarding immigration policies and their impact on local populations.
Flags representing the United States, Palestine, and Somalia fly outside the Karmel Mall, a significant commercial and cultural hub for the Somali community in Minneapolis. Located on Lake Street, the mall serves as a central gathering place and marketplace, reflecting the vibrant Somali diaspora in the city. The presence of these flags signifies the diverse identities and connections of the community members who frequent and operate within the Karmel Mall.
December 20, 2025 — Flags representing the United States, Palestine, and Somalia fly outside the Karmel Mall, a significant commercial and cultural hub for the Somali community in Minneapolis. Located on Lake Street, the mall serves as a central gathering place and marketplace, reflecting the vibrant Somali diaspora in the city. The presence of these flags signifies the diverse identities and connections of the community members who frequent and operate within the Karmel Mall.
On a frigid day in Minneapolis, a protest against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) took place, drawing thousands to march down Lake Street. The demonstration, which began at Mercado Central and concluded at Karmel Mall, was a response to recent rhetoric targeting the city's Somali community. Protesters carried signs and flags, including the American and Somali flags, voicing slogans such as "ICE Out of Minnesota!" and "Immigrants are not the problem."
December 20, 2025 — On a frigid day in Minneapolis, a protest against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) took place, drawing thousands to march down Lake Street. The demonstration, which began at Mercado Central and concluded at Karmel Mall, was a response to recent rhetoric targeting the city's Somali community. Protesters carried signs and flags, including the American and Somali flags, voicing slogans such as "ICE Out of Minnesota!" and "Immigrants are not the problem."
Protesters gathered outside Karmel Mall, a significant Somali shopping center in Minneapolis, during a march down Lake Street. The demonstration occurred on a day with frigid windchills, highlighting the community's engagement with issues surrounding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), as indicated by the "Operation Metro Surge" keyword. Karmel Mall serves as a vital hub for the Somali diaspora in Minneapolis, reflecting the city's diverse cultural landscape and the community's active participation in public discourse.
December 20, 2025 — Protesters gathered outside Karmel Mall, a significant Somali shopping center in Minneapolis, during a march down Lake Street. The demonstration occurred on a day with frigid windchills, highlighting the community's engagement with issues surrounding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), as indicated by the "Operation Metro Surge" keyword. Karmel Mall serves as a vital hub for the Somali diaspora in Minneapolis, reflecting the city's diverse cultural landscape and the community's active participation in public discourse.
Protesters gathered on Lake Street in South Minneapolis to demonstrate against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations. The march, which took place on a day with sub-zero windchills, targeted Karmel Mall, a significant commercial hub for the Somali community. Signs carried by participants, such as "Immigrants Make America Great," reflected the protest's focus on immigration rights and the contributions of immigrants to the United States. The event occurred during a period of heightened national attention on immigration policies and enforcement actions.
December 20, 2025 — Protesters gathered on Lake Street in South Minneapolis to demonstrate against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations. The march, which took place on a day with sub-zero windchills, targeted Karmel Mall, a significant commercial hub for the Somali community. Signs carried by participants, such as "Immigrants Make America Great," reflected the protest's focus on immigration rights and the contributions of immigrants to the United States. The event occurred during a period of heightened national attention on immigration policies and enforcement actions.
Protesters gathered outside the V & Lake St Station in Minneapolis to protest the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The demonstration occurred during "Operation Metro Surge," a nationwide ICE enforcement initiative. Despite frigid temperatures with windchills below 0°F, participants voiced their opposition to ICE policies. The V & Lake St Station serves as a major transit hub in the city, connecting light rail and bus lines.
December 20, 2025 — Protesters gathered outside the V & Lake St Station in Minneapolis to protest the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The demonstration occurred during "Operation Metro Surge," a nationwide ICE enforcement initiative. Despite frigid temperatures with windchills below 0°F, participants voiced their opposition to ICE policies. The V & Lake St Station serves as a major transit hub in the city, connecting light rail and bus lines.
Protesters gathered in Minneapolis to oppose the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The "Ice Naughty And Not Nice" sign reflects a sentiment of disapproval towards the agency's policies and operations. This protest occurred during a period of extreme cold, with windchills reported near 0°F, highlighting the dedication of participants despite harsh weather conditions. The event took place on Lake Street, a significant commercial and cultural corridor in Minneapolis.
December 20, 2025 — Protesters gathered in Minneapolis to oppose the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The "Ice Naughty And Not Nice" sign reflects a sentiment of disapproval towards the agency's policies and operations. This protest occurred during a period of extreme cold, with windchills reported near 0°F, highlighting the dedication of participants despite harsh weather conditions. The event took place on Lake Street, a significant commercial and cultural corridor in Minneapolis.
Protesters gathered in Minneapolis to oppose the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). One sign prominently displayed the message "BURN ICE," reflecting a strong sentiment against the agency. The protest occurred during extremely cold weather, with windchills near 0°F, indicating the participants' commitment to their cause despite harsh conditions. This event was part of broader national discussions and actions concerning immigration policies and enforcement.
December 20, 2025 — Protesters gathered in Minneapolis to oppose the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). One sign prominently displayed the message "BURN ICE," reflecting a strong sentiment against the agency. The protest occurred during extremely cold weather, with windchills near 0°F, indicating the participants' commitment to their cause despite harsh conditions. This event was part of broader national discussions and actions concerning immigration policies and enforcement.
Protesters gathered in Minneapolis to oppose Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations, holding signs that read "ICE Out MSP." The demonstration occurred during extreme cold weather, with windchills near 0°F. "MSP" is the airport code for Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, indicating a focus on ICE activities at or related to the airport.
December 20, 2025 — Protesters gathered in Minneapolis to oppose Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations, holding signs that read "ICE Out MSP." The demonstration occurred during extreme cold weather, with windchills near 0°F. "MSP" is the airport code for Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, indicating a focus on ICE activities at or related to the airport.
Protesters gathered in Minneapolis on a day with sub-zero windchills to oppose the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). One participant held a sign stating, "Stop traumatizing our students! Kids can't learn in fear," highlighting concerns about the impact of immigration enforcement on the educational environment. The protest occurred during Operation Metro Surge, a period of increased ICE activity in the region. The demonstration took place on Lake Street, a major thoroughfare in Minneapolis.
December 20, 2025 — Protesters gathered in Minneapolis on a day with sub-zero windchills to oppose the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). One participant held a sign stating, "Stop traumatizing our students! Kids can't learn in fear," highlighting concerns about the impact of immigration enforcement on the educational environment. The protest occurred during Operation Metro Surge, a period of increased ICE activity in the region. The demonstration took place on Lake Street, a major thoroughfare in Minneapolis.
Protesters gathered in Minneapolis to oppose the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The demonstration occurred during extremely cold weather, with temperatures near 0 degrees Fahrenheit and significant wind chills. Participants held signs with messages such as "Minnesotans Know ICE Is Slippery And Dangerous Its Time To De-Ice!" and "No ICE," reflecting local sentiment and opposition to federal immigration enforcement policies. This event was part of broader national movements advocating for immigration reform and challenging the practices of ICE.
December 20, 2025 — Protesters gathered in Minneapolis to oppose the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The demonstration occurred during extremely cold weather, with temperatures near 0 degrees Fahrenheit and significant wind chills. Participants held signs with messages such as "Minnesotans Know ICE Is Slippery And Dangerous Its Time To De-Ice!" and "No ICE," reflecting local sentiment and opposition to federal immigration enforcement policies. This event was part of broader national movements advocating for immigration reform and challenging the practices of ICE.
Thousands of protesters marched down Lake Street in South Minneapolis on December 20, 2025, to protest the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The demonstration occurred despite frigid temperatures, with windchills near 0°F. Signs carried by participants expressed sentiments such as "ICE Out of Minnesota!" and "Immigrants are not the problem," reflecting concerns about immigration policies and enforcement.
December 20, 2025 — Thousands of protesters marched down Lake Street in South Minneapolis on December 20, 2025, to protest the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The demonstration occurred despite frigid temperatures, with windchills near 0°F. Signs carried by participants expressed sentiments such as "ICE Out of Minnesota!" and "Immigrants are not the problem," reflecting concerns about immigration policies and enforcement.
Posters advocating for immigrant rights and against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) are affixed to electrical boxes on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. One poster reads "Protect Our Somali Neighbors," while another states "Immigrants Are Not The Enemy" and "Know Your Rights." These messages reflect local activism and community concerns surrounding immigration policies and enforcement, particularly in the context of operations like "Operation Metro Surge" which targeted immigrants in the region. The placement of these posters on public infrastructure serves as a form of street art and protest, aiming to raise awareness and encourage civic engagement among residents.
December 16, 2025 — Posters advocating for immigrant rights and against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) are affixed to electrical boxes on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis. One poster reads "Protect Our Somali Neighbors," while another states "Immigrants Are Not The Enemy" and "Know Your Rights." These messages reflect local activism and community concerns surrounding immigration policies and enforcement, particularly in the context of operations like "Operation Metro Surge" which targeted immigrants in the region. The placement of these posters on public infrastructure serves as a form of street art and protest, aiming to raise awareness and encourage civic engagement among residents.
A sign posted on a business in Minneapolis reads "NO ICE ENTER WITHOUT COURT ORDER." This notice, along with a "STOP NO ICE ACCESS IN THIS BUSINESS" sticker, indicates the business's stance on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) access. Such signs became more prevalent in communities concerned about immigration enforcement actions, particularly following events like Operation Metro Surge in 2006 and ongoing debates surrounding immigration policy. The business, located on Lake Street, likely posted these signs to assert private property rights and to prevent ICE agents from entering without a judicial warrant, reflecting a broader tension between local businesses and federal immigration enforcement.
December 16, 2025 — A sign posted on a business in Minneapolis reads "NO ICE ENTER WITHOUT COURT ORDER." This notice, along with a "STOP NO ICE ACCESS IN THIS BUSINESS" sticker, indicates the business's stance on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) access. Such signs became more prevalent in communities concerned about immigration enforcement actions, particularly following events like Operation Metro Surge in 2006 and ongoing debates surrounding immigration policy. The business, located on Lake Street, likely posted these signs to assert private property rights and to prevent ICE agents from entering without a judicial warrant, reflecting a broader tension between local businesses and federal immigration enforcement.
A notice posted on the doors of the Karmel Mall on Lake Street in Minneapolis explains the meaning of a whistle symbol. The symbol serves as a community alert, warning people to be aware of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) presence in the area. This initiative aims to foster mutual protection and information sharing among residents, particularly during times of heightened ICE activity, such as Operation Metro Surge.
December 16, 2025 — A notice posted on the doors of the Karmel Mall on Lake Street in Minneapolis explains the meaning of a whistle symbol. The symbol serves as a community alert, warning people to be aware of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) presence in the area. This initiative aims to foster mutual protection and information sharing among residents, particularly during times of heightened ICE activity, such as Operation Metro Surge.

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