Immigration

551 photos · 2015–2026

551 photographs tagged Immigration, 2015–2026.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Protesters holding handmade signs including "Abolish ICE" and "Epstein Files" march through Minneapolis streets. — Thousands of protesters marched through South Minneapolis in response to the January 7th killing of Renee Good by ICE agent Jonathan Ross during Operation Megtro Surge. Signs carried expressed a range of sentiments, from calls to "Abolish ICE" to demands for transparency regarding "Epstein Files," reflecting broader concerns about immigration policy and government accountability.

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

Protesters 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".

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

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

A "Know Your Rights" flyer is posted on a wooden pole in South Minneapolis. — A "Know Your Rights" flyer is posted on a wooden pole in South Minneapolis. The flyer provides guidance to individuals on how to interact with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. This flyer was distributed during a period of increased ICE activity in the city, following the deployment of federal agents as part of "Operation Metro Surge".

Protester 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Thousands of protesters march through South Minneapolis carrying signs and flags during an anti-ICE demonstration. — Thousands of protesters marched through South Minneapolis in response to the January 7th killing of Renee Good by a Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent.

Protesters hold signs opposing ICE immigration enforcement during a march in South Minneapolis. — Thousands of protesters marched through South Minneapolis in response to Operation Metro Surge and the January 7 killing of Renee Good by ICE agent Jonathan Ross. Protesters voiced their opposition to ICE's presence and policies, with signs bearing messages such as "ICE IS UNCOOL. ICE OUT OF MN!" and "FASCISM = POWER W/O LIABILITY."

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

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.

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".

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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 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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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".

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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".

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”.

"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.

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

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.

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.

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".

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

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

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.

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.

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 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.

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."

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 Sticker in Minneapolis — Sticker on a utility pole in Minneapolis that reads "MN NICE MEANS FUCK ICE". Seen on January 14, 2026 during Operation Metro Surge that brought thousands of federal agents to Minnesota.

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.

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".

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!".

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

ICE: Inflict Chaos Everywhere, Whipple ICE Facility — A protest sign seen at the Whipple Federal Building on January 16, 2026 that reads "ICE: Inflict Chaos Everywhere".

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.

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".

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.

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.

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".

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.

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.

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".

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".

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.

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