Whipple Federal Building Protest

Protesters arrested at the Whipple Federal Building during Operation Metro Surge.

January 8, 2026 · Whipple Federal Building, Minneapolis, MN

MNDOT closed street exits near Minneapolis's Whipple Federal Building during federal immigration enforcement operations.View full post: Exit Closed Sign Near ICE’s Whipple Facility
January 8, 2026 — Minnesota Department of Transportation (MNDOT) closed exits to the Whipple Federal Building near Minneapolis. The building served as a "basecamp" for federal agents during Operation Metro Surge. The closures occurred as protesters gathered at the detention center.
Federal agents in tactical gear station at a Minneapolis light rail platform near the Whipple Federal Building.View full post: Armed Federal Agents near Light Rail Platform at Whipple Building
January 8, 2026 — Federal agents, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol, stationed at the Minneapolis light rail station adjacent to the Whipple Federal Building. This presence was part of "Operation Metro Surge," a federal immigration initiative in Minnesota. The Whipple Federal Building houses various federal agencies including the detention center for the operation.
Protester wearing "Neighbors Say ICE Out" sign among federal agents at the Whipple Building.View full post: “Neighbors Say ICE Out” Sign Faces Agents at 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.
U.S. Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino confers with federal agents outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building.View full post: Greg Bovino Outside 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.
Federal officer in tactical gear with less-lethal weapon and camouflage uniform near Minneapolis federal building.View full post: Federal Officer’s Less-Lethal Launcher and Gear in Minneapolis
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.
Minnesotans Standing Up To ICEView full post: Face-Off With Federal Agents at the Whipple Building
January 8, 2026 — Minnesotans stand up to armed federal agents at the Whipple Federal Building the day after Renee Good was killed.
Federal agents in front of Minnesota protester at WhippleView full post: Federal agents in front of Minnesota protester at Whipple
January 8, 2026 — Minnesotans stand up to armed federal agents at the Whipple Federal Building the day after Renee Good was killed.
Protesters holding ICE OUT MN sign at Whipple BuildingView full post: “ICE Out” Sign at a Winter Protest Outside the Whipple Building
January 8, 2026 — Protesters holding a sign that reads "ICE OUT MN" at the Whipple Federal Building near Minneapolis.
Protester holding sign confronts masked Border Patrol agent in tactical gear.View full post: “Whose Mom Will You Take Today?” Sign Confronts Border Patrol Agent
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.
DJI drone operated by federal agent hovers above Minneapolis during ICE enforcement operation near Whipple Building.View full post: Federal Agent’s Surveillance Drone Hovers 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.
Protest at Whipple Building in MinneapolisView full post: Protest at Whipple Building in Minneapolis
January 8, 2026 — Protesters outside the Whipple building near Minneapolis. This comes a day after an ICE Agent shot and killed Renee Good.
Protesters with American flags confront federal agents in tactical gear outside Minneapolis's Whipple Federal Building.View full post: Tactical Officers Face Protesters and Flags Outside Whipple 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
ICE vehicle parked outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis during federal enforcement operations.View full post: ICE Cruiser at Whipple Federal Building, Minneapolis
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.
An ICE vehicle stopped at a lowered light rail gate in Minneapolis, Minnesota.View full post: Federal Police SUV Stopped by Light Rail Gate Near Whipple Building
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 agents and SUV in Minneapolis on January 8, 2026.View full post: “Defend the Homeland” SUV and Federal Agents in Minneapolis
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.
ICE truck and federal agents at the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis.View full post: “Defend the Homeland” SUV and Agents 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.
U.S. Border Patrol officers in tactical gear assemble outside the Whipple federal building in Minneapolis during immigrationView full post: Border Patrol Agents Gather Outside Whipple Building, Minneapolis
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.
Border Patrol agents arrest protesters outside the federal building in Minneapolis.View full post: Border Patrol Agents Detain Protester at Whipple Federal Building
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.
Protester records Border Patrol agentView full post: Bystanders Film Border Patrol Agents at Whipple Building
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.
ICE agent in tactical gear arrests protester during federal immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis.View full post: Federal Agent Grabs Protester by the Hair Outside Whipple Building
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.
Border Patrol agent arrests protester outside Minneapolis Whipple Federal Building during immigration enforcement operation.View full post: Agent Pins Protester to the Ground Outside Whipple Building
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.
Federal Border Patrol agent arrests protester on snow-covered street outside the Whipple Federal Building.View full post: Agent Pins Protester Face-Down in Snow Outside Whipple 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.
U.S. Border Patrol agents arrest a protester on a snow-covered street at the Whipple Building.View full post: Agent Pins Protester in the Snow Outside 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.
U.S. Border Patrol Agents Arrest at Minneapolis ICE Detention CenterView full post: BORTAC Agents Detain a Man Outside the Whipple Building
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 and federal agents in tactical gear arrest a person at the Whipple Federal Building.View full post: Border Patrol Agents Detain a Protester Outside Whipple 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 escort a protester away at the Whipple Federal Building.View full post: Border Patrol Agents Escort Detained Protester Near Whipple 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.

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