ICE OUT Protest in Downtown Minneapolis

Thousands brave the double digit windchills in a march the day before Alex Pretti is killed.

January 23, 2026 · Minneapolis, MN

Thousands marched through downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026, protesting federal agents being deployed to the city. The protest during double digit negative temperatures was held the day before Alex Pretti was shot and killed by federal agents.

Protester holding up a sign in Downtown Minneapolis ICE march.View full post: “Resist! Gosh Darnit!” Sign at Minneapolis Winter March
January 23, 2026 — Thousands march through downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026. Marching through -30F windchills, they are protesting the actions of federal agents that have been deployed to the city since December. Protester holding up a sign that reads "RESIST! GOSH DARNIT! WE'RE ALL THAT'S LEFSE!"
Protesters in Minneapolis hold a "Wanted" poster for Stephen Miller during a march against federal agents.View full post: “Wanted” Poster for Stephen Miller at Minneapolis Protest
January 23, 2026 — Thousands marched through downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026, protesting federal agents being deployed to the city. The marchers braved sub-zero windchills, carrying signs that included a "Wanted" poster for Stephen Miller.
Large ICE OUT RESIST banner hanging in Downtown MinneapolisView full post: “ICE OUT” and “RESIST” Banner Above Tom’s Watch Bar, Minneapolis
January 23, 2026 — Thousands march through downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026. Marching through -30F windchills, they are protesting the actions of federal agents that have been deployed to the city since December.
Protester dressed as Mario holding sign that reads MELT ICE.View full post: “Melt Ice” Sign Held by Super Mario Protester in Minneapolis
January 23, 2026 — Thousands march through downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026. Marching through -30F windchills, they are protesting the actions of federal agents that have been deployed to the city since December.
Crowd of protesters with signs and American flags march against ICE operations in downtown Minneapolis.View full post: “Powerful Together” Signs Fill Minneapolis ICE Protest March
January 23, 2026 — Thousands marched through Minneapolis in protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations, despite frigid temperatures. The demonstration, which organizers claimed drew 50,000 participants, was one of the largest marches in Minnesota history. Protesters demanded accountability for the killing of Renee Good and the removal of federal agents whose presence they stated had disrupted daily life in the state. Signs displayed messages such as "ICE: SHOW US A WARRANT" and "CHINGA LA MIGR" reflecting the protesters' grievances.
Protesters in Minneapolis march against ICE actions on January 23, 2026.View full post: “I Support ICE on ICE Violence” Sign at Minneapolis March
January 23, 2026 — Thousands marched through downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026, protesting the presence and actions of federal agents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The demonstration occurred amidst severe winter conditions, with temperatures reported at -30°F with windchill. Protesters voiced opposition to what they termed "ICE on ICE violence," a slogan that appeared on one of the signs, and expressed general discontent with federal immigration enforcement policies that had been active in the city since December.
Protesters march in Minneapolis holding signs that read "ICE OUT OF MINNESOTA" and "ICE OUT NOW."View full post: “ICE Out Now” Signs Fill Minneapolis March Near Bob Dylan Mural
January 23, 2026 — Despite frigid temperatures with a windchill near -30F, thousands of protestors marched through Minneapolis. The demonstration, which organizers claimed drew 50,000 participants, was one of the largest in Minnesota's history. Protesters voiced demands for accountability in the killing of Renee Good and the removal of federal agents from the state, citing disruption to daily life. The marchers carried signs with messages such as "ICE OUT OF MINNESOTA" and "ICE OUT NOW."
Protesters in Minneapolis hold signs demanding "ICE OUT!" during a January 2026 march.View full post: “Neighbors Say ICE Out!” Signs at Minneapolis March
January 23, 2026 — Despite frigid temperatures with a windchill near -30F, thousands of protestors marched through Minneapolis. Organizers estimated the crowd size at 50,000, potentially making it one of the largest marches in Minnesota history. The protest was organized to demand accountability for the killing of Renee Good and the removal of federal agents from Minnesota, whose presence, according to organizers, has disrupted daily life in the state. Signs visible in the photograph express sentiments such as "NO MORE MINNESOTA (N)ICE" and "ICE OUT OF MINNESOTA."
Protesters in Minneapolis hold signs demanding "ICE OUT!" during a January 2026 march.View full post: “Neighbors Say ICE Out!” Signs at Minneapolis March
January 23, 2026 — Despite frigid temperatures with a windchill near -30F, thousands of protestors marched through Minneapolis. Organizers estimated the crowd size at 50,000, potentially making it one of the largest marches in Minnesota history. The protest was organized to demand accountability for the killing of Renee Good and the removal of federal agents from Minnesota, whose presence, according to organizers, has disrupted daily life in the state. Signs visible in the photograph express sentiments such as "NO MORE MINNESOTA (N)ICE" and "ICE OUT OF MINNESOTA."
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January 23, 2026 — Thousands march through downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026. Marching through -30F windchills, they are protesting the actions of federal agents that have been deployed to the city since December. Protester holding up a sign that reads "IT'S GIVING NAZI VIBES".
Protesters march through Downtown Minneapolis holding up signsView full post: “Justice for Renee Nicole Good” Sign at Minneapolis March
January 23, 2026 — Thousands march through downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026. Marching through -30F windchills, they are protesting the actions of federal agents that have been deployed to the city since December. A protest sign held up that reads "JUSTICE FOR RENEE NICOLE GOOD".
Protesters march in Minneapolis holding signs against ICE in freezing temperatures.View full post: “No More Minnesota (N)ICE” Signs at Minneapolis Protest
January 23, 2026 — Despite frigid temperatures with a windchill near -30F, thousands of protestors marched through Minneapolis. Organizers estimated the crowd size at 50,000, potentially making it one of the largest marches in Minnesota history. The protest was organized to demand accountability for the killing of Renee Good and the removal of federal agents from Minnesota, whose presence, according to organizers, has disrupted daily life in the state. Signs visible in the photograph express sentiments such as "NO MORE MINNESOTA (N)ICE" and "ICE OUT OF MINNESOTA."
Protest sign being held up that reads "Stick it to the man! ICE OUT NOW!"View full post: “Stick It to the Man!” Sign at Minneapolis ICE Protest
January 23, 2026 — Thousands march through downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026. Marching through -30F windchills, they are protesting the actions of federal agents that have been deployed to the city since December. Protester holds up a sign that reads "Stick It To The Man! ICE OUT NOW!".
Protesters in Minneapolis, including a Cookie Monster mascot, march against federal agents on January 23, 2026.View full post: “ICE Deez Nutz” Sign at Minneapolis Winter March
January 23, 2026 — Thousands marched through downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026, protesting the presence and actions of federal agents deployed to the city since December. The marchers braved frigid temperatures, with windchills reported at -30F. Signs and costumes, including a "ICE DEEZ NUTS" banner and a Cookie Monster mascot, conveyed the protesters' message against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations.
Protesters hold signs at a Minneapolis march against federal immigration enforcement operations in January 2026.View full post: “Fuck Trump” and “Chinga Migra” Signs at Minneapolis March
January 23, 2026 — Thousands marched through downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026, protesting the presence and actions of federal agents. The demonstration occurred amidst severe winter conditions, with temperatures reaching -30F. Protesters carried signs expressing dissent against federal intervention and the Trump administration, with some signs referencing "General Strike" and "Chinga Migra." The deployment of federal agents to Minneapolis had begun in December, leading to widespread public opposition and organized marches.
Protesters in Minneapolis hold signs opposing ICE tactics during a frigid January 2026 march.View full post: “ICE = Gestapo” Sign at Minneapolis Protest in Subzero Cold
January 23, 2026 — Thousands marched through downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026, protesting the actions of federal agents deployed to the city since December. The marchers braved sub-zero windchills, with temperatures reaching -30°F.
Protesters hold signs in downtown Minneapolis during a march against federal agents and Trump administration policies.View full post: “Stop Protecting Pedophiles” Sign at Minneapolis Ice Protest
January 23, 2026 — Thousands marched through downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026, protesting the actions of federal agents deployed to the city since December. The marchers braved sub-zero windchills, with temperatures reaching -30°F.
Minneapolis protesters hold signs opposing ICE operations during January 2026 downtown march against federal immigrationView full post: Winter March Against ICE Passes the Bob Dylan Mural in Minneapolis
January 23, 2026 — Thousands marched through downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026, protesting the presence and actions of federal agents. The demonstration occurred amidst frigid temperatures, with windchills reported at -30F. Protesters carried signs expressing opposition to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
A person wearing a bright yellow vest labeled "PEACEFUL OBSERVER DON'T SHOOT" at a protest in Minneapolis.View full post: “Peaceful Observer Don’t Shoot” Vest at Minneapolis March
January 23, 2026 — On January 23, 2026, thousands marched through downtown Minneapolis to protest the actions of federal agents deployed to the city since December. The frigid temperatures, with windchills reaching -30°F, did not deter participants. Among the crowd, an individual wore a bright yellow vest labeled "PEACEFUL OBSERVER DON'T SHOOT," indicating a role intended to de-escalate tensions and ensure safety during the protest.
Bring Liam Home protest signView full post: Minneapolis Protest Against ICE Deployment – January 23, 2026
January 23, 2026 — Thousands march through downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026. Marching through -30F windchills, they are protesting the actions of federal agents that have been deployed to the city since December.
Protesters holding signs demanding ICE abolition during a Minneapolis march in sub-zero temperatures.View full post: “Abolish ICE” Sign Held High at Minneapolis March
January 23, 2026 — Thousands marched through downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026, protesting the actions of federal agents deployed to the city since December. The marchers braved sub-zero windchills, with temperatures reaching -30°F.
Protesters march in downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026, holding signs and banners against ICE.View full post: “Superman Is an Immigrant” Sign at Minneapolis ICE Protest
January 23, 2026 — Thousands marched through downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026, protesting the presence of federal agents. The demonstration occurred amidst frigid temperatures, with windchills reported at -30°F. Protesters carried signs with messages such as "NEIGHBORS SAY ICE OUT!" and "SUPERMAN IS AN IMMIGRANT," alongside a banner reading "ICE OUT MSP."
Protesters march in downtown Minneapolis holding signs and banners against ICE deployment.View full post: “ICE Out of MN!” Banner Leads Minneapolis March in Subzero Cold
January 23, 2026 — Thousands marched through downtown Minneapolis on January 23, 2026, protesting the federal government's immigration enforcement actions. The demonstration occurred despite frigid temperatures, with windchills reaching -30 degrees Fahrenheit. Protesters carried signs and banners, including one that read "ICE OUT OF MN!" and another that stated "NATIONAL SHUT DOWN THE ICE." The very next day Alex Pretti was shot and killed by federal agents.

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