Immigration and Customs Enforcement

501 photos · 2015–2026

501 photographs tagged Immigration and Customs Enforcement, 2015–2026.

A protester blows a whistle while ICE commander Gregory Bovino observes in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge. — An observer blows a whistle at a Speedway gas station in South Minneapolis where Border Patrol agents and commander Gregory Bovino were standing outside of

Federal agents at a Minneapolis Speedway during Operation Metro Surge on January 21, 2026. — Federal agents, including members of the Border Patrol Tactical Unit (BORTAC), are seen outside a Speedway gas station in South Minneapolis on January 21, 2026.

Federal agents from Border Patrol Tactical Unit (BORTAC) in South Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge on January 21, 2026. — Federal agents from the Border Patrol Tactical Unit (BORTAC) are shown in South Minneapolis on January 21, 2026 with Commander Greg Bovino. They are pictured at a Speedway gas station.

Border Patrol BORTAC agents pose for a photo shoot at a Speedway gas station in Minneapolis on January 21, 2026. — Border Patrol agents do a photo shoot at a Speedway gas station with Commander Greg Bovino on January 21, 2026 in Minneapolis.

A protest poster for "ICE OUT! Statewide Shutdown" on January 23 is displayed in a Minneapolis coffee shop window. — A poster for an "ICE OUT! Statewide Shutdown" protest is displayed in the window of a Minneapolis coffee shop. The flyer calls for "No Work. No School. No Shopping." referencing a planned march in Downtown Minneapolis at 2pm.

A U.S. Customs and Border Protection BORTAC operator in Minneapolis on January 21, 2026. — A U.S. Customs and Border Protection BORTAC operator is seen in Minneapolis on January 21, 2026. BORTAC, the Border Patrol Tactical Unit, is a specialized unit trained for high-risk incidents. The operator wears a patch for the Forward Observations Group, a private military company.

Federal agents stand by an SUV on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge. — A Border Patrol Tactical Unit (BORTAC) officer outside a restauraunt on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. BORTAC agents were deployed to the restauraunt after off duty ICE agents were reported to be eating inside when a large crowd gathered inside. The Vice President of the United States JD Vance said they were sent in get the agents out.

Armed federal officer in tactical gear stands beside police vehicle outside India Grill on Lake Street, Minneapolis. — A Border Patrol Tactical Unit (BORTAC) officer outside a restauraunt on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. BORTAC agents were deployed to the restauraunt after off duty ICE agents were reported to be eating inside when a large crowd gathered inside. The Vice President of the United States JD Vance said they were sent in get the agents out.

Border Patrol Tactical Unit officer in tactical gear stands outside a Lake Street restaurant in Uptown Minneapolis. — A Border Patrol Tactical Unit (BORTAC) officer outside a restauraunt on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. BORTAC agents were deployed to the restauraunt after off duty ICE agents were reported to be eating inside when a large crowd gathered inside. The Vice President of the United States JD Vance said they were sent in get the agents out.

Signs on a fence in Minneapolis advocate for abortion rights, trans rights, Black Lives Matter, and ending fascism. — Protest signs on a residential fence in South Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge. The signs read: ABORTION IS HEALTHCARE PRO-LIFE IS ANTI-WOMAN TRANS RIGHTS ARE HUMAN RIGHTS NO PERSON IS ILLEGAL NO MORE IN NICE, SALT THE STREET, MELT I.C.E. BLACK LIVES MATTER MAKE RACISTS AFRAID AGAIN END FASCISM

Protesters hold "I.C.E. OUT OF MINNEAPOLIS" signs on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — On January 19, 2026, two individuals walked along Lake Street in Minneapolis, Minnesota, holding signs that read "I.C.E. OUT OF MINNEAPOLIS." Sustained protest over the actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions within the city during Operation Metro Surge.

Graffiti reading "ICE NAZIS" spray-painted on a closed Pizza Shark restaurant window on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — Graffiti reading "ICE NAZIS" is spray-painted on the window of a closed Pizza Shark restaurant on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. The message, visible on January 19, 2026, is a protest against the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency, drawing a parallel between its actions and Nazism.

Protesters hold a sign reading "Y'all don't look for missing children this hard" outside a restaurant on Lake Street in Uptown — Protesters outside a restauraunt on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. BORTAC agents were deployed to the restauraunt after off duty ICE agents were reported to be eating inside when a large crowd gathered inside. The Vice President of the United States JD Vance said they were sent in get the agents out.

Man with rifle in St. Paul, Minnesota, during an ICE operation. — Neighbors gathered in St. Paul, Minnesota, to protest an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation. Approximately 50 to 100 residents responded to the presence of federal agents by blowing whistles and gathering in the street. The man pictured is a resident of the neighborhood who expressed gratitude for the community's support during the operation.

Minnesota National Guard members stand at a snowy Minneapolis street corner near a LOVE POWER mural — Members of the Minnesota National Guard were deployed in the Cedar Riverside neighborhood of Minneapolis on January 17, 2026. Their presence was in response to a planned white nationalist march originating from downtown Minneapolis. The neighborhood, known for its diverse population, was on the planned route for a march. The mural in the background, depicting Jesus with outstretched arms and the words "LOVE POWER," is a prominent feature of the Cedar Riverside community.

Minnesota National Guard and State Patrol vehicles are parked near the Cedar Riverside neighborhood in Minneapolis. — Minnesota National Guard and State Patrol vehicles are present in Minneapolis near the Cedar Riverside neighborhood. The staging came as white supremacist Jake Lang had organized a planned protest in Downtown Minneapolis.

Protesters hold signs against ICE in Downtown Minneapolis on January 17, 2026. — Protesters gathered in Downtown Minenapolis holding signs reading "FUCK ICE" "HEY, ICE! WE DONT NEED AN MN GOODBYE JUST FUCKING LEAVE!" The crowd gathered during a planned protest by white supremacist Jake Lang. Minneapolis police responded but did not appear to make any arrests.

Minneapolis police confront anti-ICE protesters downtown. Signs read "Abolish ICE" and "Power to the People." — Protesters gathered outside the Hotel Indigo in Minneapolis following a planned protest by white supremacist Jake Lang. Minneapolis police responded but did not appear to make any arrests.

Protesters hold signs at Hotel Indigo in Minneapolis, including "Homeland Security is Tyranny" and "ICE OUT MN." — Protesters gathered outside the Hotel Indigo in Minneapolis, holding signs that read "Homeland Security is Tyranny" and "ICE OUT MN." The protest was related to the presence of Jake Lang, a white supremacist who was chased away by counter-protesters.

Protesters in downtown Minneapolis hold signs reading "TRUMP RAPES KIDS" and "ABOLISH ICE" as police observe. — Protesters gathered outside the Hotel Indigo in Minneapolis following a planned protest by white supremacist Jake Lang. Minneapolis police responded but did not appear to make any arrests.

Protesters with signs reading "TRUMP RAPES" and "ICE OUT MN!" are seen near a Minneapolis Police SWAT vehicle. — Protesters gathered outside the Hotel Indigo in Minneapolis, holding signs that read "TRUMP RAPES" and "ICE OUT MN!". The protest was related to the presence of Jake Lang, a white supremacist who was chased away by counter-protesters.

William Kelly aka Dawokefarmer at Whipple — William Kelly protests with an upside-down flag at the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis.

American flag in snow at the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis, with graffiti on the entrance sign. — An American flag is planted in the snow in front of the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis. The building, which houses Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) offices, was the site of protests related to immigration enforcement. The sign at the entrance, indicating "Employees Only," has been defaced with graffiti, including the word "Pigs." The Whipple Building, located near Minneapolis, serves as a federal facility being used as an ICE detention center as well as where thousands of federal agents are operating out of during "Operation Metro Surge". It's been a place of protest since December 2025.

Federal agents in riot gear stand outside the Whipple Building in Minneapolis on January 16, 2026. — Federal agents in riot gear stand outside the Whipple Building in Minneapolis on January 16, 2026. The Whipple Building, located near Minneapolis, serves as a federal facility being used as an ICE detention center as well as where thousands of federal agents are operating out of during "Operation Metro Surge". It's been a place of protest since December 2025.

A protester holds a sign at the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis, facing law enforcement officers. — A protester holds a sign depicting a stylized flag outside the Whipple Federal Building near Minneapolis on January 16, 2026. The building serves as a facility for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This protest occurred during "Operation Metro Surge," a federal operation targeting undocumented immigrants in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area.

Homeland Security police officers in riot gear and gas masks stand in formation outside the Whipple Building in Minneapolis — Homeland Security Police officers, clad in riot gear and gas masks, stand in formation outside the Whipple Building in Minneapolis on January 16, 2026. This deployment occurred during "Operation Metro Surge," a federal initiative focused on immigration enforcement. The Whipple Building, a federal facility, serves as a key location for various government agencies, including those involved in immigration and customs enforcement as well as a detention center.

Federal officers pursue a protester at the Whipple Building in Minneapolis during snowy weather. — Federal law enforcement officers, including U.S. Border Patrol and Homeland Security personnel, pursue and arrest protester William Kelly (dawokefarmer) outside the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis on January 16, 2026. The Whipple Federal Building, located near Minneapolis, serves as the base of operation for thousands of federal agents as well as the ICE detention center. The building has been a place of protest since December 2025.

Protest sign at the Charles H. Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis calls to release Trump files. — A "Vote for pedro" "Release The Trump Files" protest sign. The protest is outside the Whipple federal building near Minneapolis. The building is being used as a detention center and base of operations for thousands of federal agents during "Operation Metro Surge".

Protesters in Minneapolis hold a modified American flag with slogans including "FREE PALESTINE" and "LIQUIDATE I.C.E." — A protester holds an American flag during a protest against the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency. The flag displays slogans such as "FREE PALESTINE," "LIQUIDATE I.C.E.," and "NO KINGS," along with "LEXINGTON, KY" indicating the location of the protest. The protest is outside the Whipple federal building near Minneapolis. The building is being used as a detention center and base of operations for thousands of federal agents during "Operation Metro Surge".

Federal agents drive into the Whipple ICE facility in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge on January 16, 2026. — Federal agents drive into the Whipple ICE facility in Minneapolis on January 16th, 2026, amidst Operation Metro Surge. Protesters gathered near the facility's gates, with some agents reacting by pointing and shouting. The Whipple Federal Building serves as a detention center for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the region.

Abolish ICE NAZI Scum Protest Signs in Minnesota — Protest signs outside the Whipple Federal Building near Minneapolis. The building has been used as a detention center for immigration actions.

Jonathan Ross Protest Sign at Whipple Building — A protest sign at the Whipple Building that reads "Jonathan Ross Is A Murderer & Coward". Jonathan Ross has been identified as the ICE agent who shot Renee Good in the head on January 6, 2026 prior to walking away calling her a "fucking bitch".

Protester holding cardboard sign reading "This Aggression Will Not Stand!!" at Minneapolis immigration enforcement protest. — A protester holds a sign reading "This Aggression Will Not Stand!!" outside the Whipple Building in Minneapolis on January 17, 2026. The protest occurred during Operation Metro Surge, a federal initiative that increased immigration enforcement presence in several cities.

Graffiti reading "NO ICE GESTAPO" on a brick building along Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. — Graffiti reading "NO ICE GESTAPO" is spray-painted on a brick building along Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis. The message, seen on January 16, 2026, is a protest against the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency, drawing a parallel between ICE's actions and the Gestapo, the secret police of Nazi Germany.

US Border Patrol SRT officers in tactical gear at the Whipple Building in Minneapolis on January 16, 2026. — Federal agents, including a US Border Patrol SRT officer, are seen in tactical gear outside the Whipple Building in Minneapolis on January 16, 2026. The Whipple Building, a federal building, has been used as a ICE detention center and a home base for the thousands of agents in town during "Operation Metro Surge".

Protesters faced Border Patrol BORTAC officers in Minneapolis on January 16, 2026. — Protesters faced off against Border Patrol BORTAC officers at the Whipple building near Minneapolis on January 16, 2026. The building has been a place of protest since December 2025 as it's being used as a ICE detention center.

White SUV passes the Whipple Building in Minneapolis, with “RIP RENEE” graffiti on a barrier. — Federal agents film those gathering across from the Whipple Building near Minneapolis with "RIP RENEE" graffiti on the concrete barrier. The Whipple Building, located near Minneapolis, serves as a federal facility being used as an ICE detention center as well as where thousands of federal agents are operating out of during "Operation Metro Surge". It's been a place of protest since December 2025.

William Kelly protests at the Whipple Building in Minneapolis, holding an American flag and a megaphone. — William Kelly, also known as "dawokefarmer" protests outside the Whipple Building in Minneapolis. The Whipple building is being used as a detention center and a home base for thousands of federal agents in Minneapolis as part of Operation Metro Surge.

William Kelly protests at the Whipple Building in Minneapolis, holding an American flag and a megaphone. — William Kelly, also known as "dawokefarmer" protests outside the Whipple Building in Minneapolis. The Whipple building is being used as a detention center and a home base for thousands of federal agents in Minneapolis as part of Operation Metro Surge.

DHS helicopter N893N flies over Minneapolis on January 15, 2026. — A Department of Homeland Security helicopter, identified by its registration number N893N, flies over Minneapolis on January 15, 2026. This aircraft is part of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) air operations, which are utilized for surveillance and law enforcement activities across the United States.

Protest banners reading "We Love Our Neighbors" and "ICE Out" hang on a fence in Minneapolis, Minnesota. — Two banners are displayed on a wooden fence in South Minneapolis, Minnesota, on January 15, 2026. The banner on the left reads "We Love Our Neighbors" with a red heart symbol. The banner on the right states "ICE OUT" and features an illustration of two brooms. The banners hang during Operation Metro Surge.

Stay Salty Melt Ice Protest Sign in Minneapolis — Protesters continue to gather at the Whipple Federal Building near Minneapolis. The Stay Salty Melt Ice sign hangs against the fence. The facility is being used as a detention center.

Anti ICE Anti Fascist Protest Sign in Minneapolis — A protest sign at the Whipple Federal Building that reads "Call ICE for all your Eth(n)ical Cleansing Needs 1-800-FASCIST". The Whipple building has been a place of protest for months as federal agents use it not only as a homebase but also as a detention center.

A "Peanuts" comic strip flyer welcoming visitors to Minneapolis is posted on a utility pole in Uptown. — A flyer featuring characters from the "Peanuts" comic strip, created by Minneapolis cartoonist Charles Schulz, was posted on a utility pole at the intersection of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis on January 14th, 2026. The "Peanuts" characters, Charlie Brown and Lucy van Pelt, are depicted in a winter scene with the text "WELCOME TO MINNEAPOLIS! ENJOY YOUR STAY!".

Graffiti reading "ICE GO HOME" on a building in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge. — Graffiti reading "ICE GO HOME" is spray-painted on the exterior of a building in Minneapolis. The message protests the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) during "Operation Metro Surge". The air is filled with tear gas that was deployed following the third shooting in January of Minneapolis citizens.

Tear gas lingers in North Minneapolis after an ICE shooting during Operation Metro Surge. — Tear gas lingered in North Minneapolis into the early morning hours following a shooting by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent earlier in the evening. The shooting was the third by federal agents since the beginning of Operation Metro Surge.

Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino stands with federal agents in full tactical gear on a Minneapolis street at night. — Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino stands with federal agents in North Minneapolis on January 14, 2026. The deployment followed the third shooting by federal agents in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge.

Person wearing knit hat stands facing street lights and blurred figures during Minneapolis ICE operation. — In Minneapolis, a federal officer shot a man amidst an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation. This incident occurred on the one-week anniversary of another shooting involving an ICE agent in the city. Images from North Minneapolis show areas blocked off by ICE agents, with reports of less-lethal weapons, tear gas, and pepper spray being deployed.

Federal officers in tactical gear stand lined up on a Minneapolis street at night during Operation Metro Surge. — Federal officers, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, are shown in North Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge. This followed the third shooting in Minneapolis by federal agents in the month of January.

Armed federal officers deploy on a snowy North Minneapolis street during Operation Metro Surge. — Federal officers, including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, were deployed in North Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge following the 3rd shooting by federal agents. This follows 2 Americans who were shot and killed by federal agents.

Law enforcement officers stand on a street in Minneapolis during an ICE operation, with police tape visible. — In Minneapolis, a federal officer shot a man amidst an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation. This incident occurred on the one-week anniversary of another shooting involving an ICE agent in the city.

An ICE officer in a vehicle in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge, January 14, 2026. — A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer is seen in a vehicle in Minneapolis on January 14, 2026. This image was taken during "Operation Metro Surge," a period of increased immigration enforcement activity in the region.

Van gets away from Border Patrol — During Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis, Border Patrol Tactical Unit (BORTAC) officers attempted to apprehend a driver inside a white van. The van, which had a smashed driver's side window, evaded officers and drove away.

US Border Patrol Officer watches van pull away — Unites States Border Patrol Officer watches as a van drives away after the officer smashed the driver side window trying to pull a man out. Seen in South Minneapolis on January 14, 2026.

A U.S. Border Patrol agent breaks the window of a white van during a pursuit in Minneapolis. — A U.S. Border Patrol agent attempts to gain entry into a white van by breaking its window during a pursuit in Minneapolis. The van, which was involved in an operation by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), managed to evade capture despite the agent's efforts. This incident occurred during "Operation Metro Surge," a targeted enforcement operation conducted by ICE in the Minneapolis area.

U.S. Border Patrol agents detain individuals in a white GMC van in Minneapolis on January 14, 2026. — On January 14, 2026, a U.S. Border Patrol officer breaks the window of a white van in Minneapolis before the man drives off. This comes during "Operation Metro Surge".

Sign reading "I.C.E. OUT OF MINNESOTA" with protest imagery on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — A sign advocating for the removal of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from Minnesota is affixed to a street pole on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. The sign's design mimics the visual style of Minneapolis Snow Emergency route signs.

Wrecktangle Pizza sign in Minneapolis says everyone is welcome except ICE. — A sign posted on the window of Wrecktangle Pizza on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis on January 14, 2026, declares "Everyone Is Welcome Here - Except I.C.E.". The sign asserts the establishment's right to deny Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) access to private areas without a judicial warrant, citing constitutional rights that apply to all individuals regardless of immigration status. It further states that members of the community are safe within the establishment and that any harassment of guests or staff will not be tolerated.

Anti-ICE flyers posted on a utility pole at Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis. — Protest flyers posted on utility poles at the intersection of Lake Street and Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis on January 14, 2026, express opposition to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The flyers, visible on a street pole, include messages such as "ICE AGENTS ARE GARBAGE" and "I.C.E. OUT OF MINNESOTA."

A BORTAC agent walks on Lake Street in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge on January 14, 2026. — A U.S. Customs and Border Protection BORTAC agent is seen on Lake Street in Minneapolis on January 14, 2026. BORTAC, the Border Patrol Tactical Unit, is a specialized unit within CBP that provides a tactical response capability. This image was taken during Operation Metro Surge, a federal law enforcement operation in Minneapolis.

Federal Border Patrol officers in vehicles on Lake Street, Minneapolis. — Federal US Border Patrol officers are seen in vehicles on Lake Street in Minneapolis.

A U.S. Border Patrol agent in tactical gear stands during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis on January 14, 2026. — A U.S. Border Patrol agent is shown during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis on January 14, 2026.

U.S. Border Patrol agent detains a woman at Lake Street and Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge. — A U.S. Border Patrol agent detains a woman near a bus stop at the intersection of Lake Street and Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis on January 14, 2026. This as part of Operation Metro Surge, with thousands of agents in Minneapolis.

U.S. Border Patrol agents on Lake Street in Minneapolis during an enforcement operation. — U.S. Border Patrol agents apprehended an individual on Lake Street in Minneapolis on January 14, 2026. This event occurred during a period of increased federal immigration enforcement operations in urban areas, including "Operation Metro Surge".

Federal Officers on Lake Street, Minneapolis — Federal US Border Patrol officers in vehicles on Lake Street in Minneapolis.

QR code on a Renee Good Flyer in Uptown Minneapolis — A flyer posted on a utility pole on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis on January 13 2026. With a QR code, it reads: "ON 1/7/26 I.C.E. MURDERED RENEE GOOD. DEFEND MSP!" with a link to www.defend612.com

Protest signs against ICE are posted on a utility pole in Powderhorn Park, Minneapolis. — 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. — 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 — 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.

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

Protest sign at Lake Street and Girard Avenue in Minneapolis accusing ICE of fascism and urging public action. — A protest sign posted on a pole at Lake Street and Girard Avenue in Minneapolis on January 13, 2026, reads "THIS IS FASCISM! WE MUST FIGHT BACK." The sign also includes a headline and image related to a detained pastor's claim that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) released him due to his race, referencing the killing of Renee Good by an ICE agent. The poster urges citizens to "GET A WHISTLE, GET OUTSIDE, USE YOUR RIGHTS”.

Students protest ICE in Minneapolis, holding signs against family separation and "illegal" immigration. — 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 in tactical gear depart a vehicle during federal immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis. — 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. — 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. — 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.

U.S. Border Patrol agent wearing gas mask and tactical gear stands on a Minneapolis street lined with parked cars. — 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. — 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.

Observer in red jacket and protective gear films ICE agents during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. — 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. — 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.

BORTAC agents in Minneapolis near Park Avenue and 35th Street on 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. — 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. — 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 — 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. — 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. — 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 ID from a man in Minneapolis on 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. — 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. — 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. — 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 federal agent with a weapon stands at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis. — 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.

A protest sign reading "TO ICE: GET THE FUCK OUT" is displayed in a Minneapolis front yard next to a rainbow flag. — 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". — 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.

BORTAC agents confront a civilian and media in Minneapolis at Park Avenue and 35th Street on 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.

Federal agents in tactical gear deploy tear gas on a Minneapolis street. — 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. — 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.

BORTAC agents in tactical gear detain a driver during federal immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis on January 12 — 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.

Federal agents in tactical gear on Park Avenue in Minneapolis, 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.

Federal agents ram a vehicle and demand identification at Park Avenue and 35th Street in Minneapolis on 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. — 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. — 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.

Wheat-pasted protest posters reading "Renee Nicole Good American Mom Murdered by ICE" on a Minneapolis building. — 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).

A jogger runs along Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis at sunset, with stacked rowing shells in the foreground. — 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. — 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.

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

Posters protesting ICE are wheat-pasted on plywood boarding a construction site in Minneapolis. — 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.

CowardICE Protest Sign in Minneapolis — 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.

Graffiti reading "Forever Coming Soon" on a barrier at the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct construction site. — Graffiti reading "FOREVER COMING SOON" is visible on a wall in front of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. The precinct was burned by protesters in May 2020 following the killing of George Floyd.

Protester holds sign reading "It's Feeling a Lot Like 1933" during anti-ICE march in Minneapolis. — 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.

Protesters holding signs at a large anti-ICE march in South Minneapolis three days after Renee Good's death. — 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 up a FUCK ICE protest sign in Minneapolis — 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.

Graffiti on a Minneapolis wall reads "Fascists Go To Hell" and "Fuck ICE" with protest tags below. — 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.

Commuters wait at a Minneapolis bus stop near a sticker reading "Wife Left Kids Hate Me" during anti-ICE protests. — 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. — "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.

A protest sign reading "SMALL SIGN, BIG FUCK YOU TRUMP" is placed in the snow in South Minneapolis. — 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.

Thousands of protesters march through South Minneapolis against federal immigration enforcement, holding signs and flags. — 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".

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

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