Noise Demo

17 photos · 2021–2026

17 photographs tagged Noise Demo, 2021–2026.

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A semi-truck driver waits with his dog outside a suburban Minneapolis hotel during an immigration protest on January 29, 2026.
A semi-truck driver with his dog outside a suburban Minneapolis hotel on January 29, 2026. Protesters gathered at the hotel, believing it to be a location where Greg Bovino and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) personnel were staying. The protest was part of a series of Noise Demonstrations at hotels around Minneapolis.

Truck Driver and His Dog Watch Maple Grove Noise Demonstration

A protestor holds a sign targeting Greg Bovino outside a suburban Minneapolis hotel during a noise demonstration in Maple Grove.
A protestor holds a sign targeting Greg Bovino outside a suburban Minneapolis hotel, where federal officers were believed to be staying as part of "Operation Metro Surge." The protest, which included noise from drums and semi-truck horns, occurred in Maple Grove. Some participants were arrested after dispersal orders were issued, indicating a tense confrontation between demonstrators and law enforcement.

“Greg Bovino Has a Small” Sign at Maple Grove Noise Demo

Protesters and media gather as police in tactical gear make an arrest at a noise demonstration in Maple Grove, Minnesota.
On January 26, 2026, a protest occurred in Maple Grove, Minnesota, related to immigration enforcement. The event, described as a noise demonstration, was to disrupt sleep of federal agents who were believed to be staying inside. Multiple arrests were made.

Media Crowds Around an Arrest at Maple Grove Noise Demonstration

Protesters with an American flag and gas masks gather outside a hotel in Maple Grove, Minnesota, during an ICE operation.
Protesters gathered outside a suburban Minneapolis hotel in Maple Grove, Minnesota, to oppose Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations during "Operation Metro Surge."

Protester Raises Fist With American Flag During Maple Grove Noise Demo

Police in riot gear stand outside Springhill Suites in Maple Grove, Minnesota, during a protest against ICE.
Police in riot gear stand outside the Springhill Suites in Maple Grove, Minnesota, on January 26, 2026. The officers were present during a protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The protest, described as a "Noise Demonstration," occurred in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area, a region that has seen significant activism related to immigration policies.

Riot Police Outside Springhill Suites During Maple Grove ICE Protest

Police in riot gear confront protesters outside a hotel in Maple Grove, Minnesota.
Protesters gathered outside a suburban Minneapolis hotel, believing it to be a lodging for federal officers involved in "Operation Metro Surge." The demonstration, which included noise-making and was at times outnumbered by members of the press, led to several arrests after dispersal orders were issued. This event occurred during a period of heightened activity and scrutiny surrounding immigration enforcement in the region.

Riot Police Advance on Protesters During Snowy Maple Grove Noise Demo

Red graffiti reading "ICE FASCISTS" and "KILL ICE" covers the windows of the Home2 Suites Hilton in Minneapolis.
Red graffiti, including "ICE FASCISTS" and "KILL ICE," mars the windows of the Home2 Suites Hilton in Minneapolis. The vandalism occurred during a protest against the hotel, which is believed to be used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Such protests have become a recurring occurrence in the Minneapolis area over the past month, targeting hotels suspected of housing ICE personnel.

“Fascist Pigs” and “Killers” Spray-Painted on Home2 Suites in Minneapolis

Graffiti reading "ICE OUT" and "FUCK ICE" mars the vandalized exterior of the Home2 Suites Hilton in Minneapolis.
Graffiti reading "ICE OUT" and "FUCK ICE" mars the exterior of the Home2 Suites Hilton in Minneapolis following a protest. The hotel is believed to be a lodging place for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. This incident occurred during a period of increased protests against ICE operations in the metro area.

“ICE Out” Graffiti on Shattered Hotel Window in Minneapolis

Graffiti reading "ICE KILLS" and "FUCK ICE" is spray-painted on the entrance of the Home2 Suites Hilton in Minneapolis.
Graffiti reading "ICE KILLS" and "FUCK ICE" is spray-painted on the entrance of the Home2 Suites Hilton in Minneapolis. The hotel is believed to be used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Protests against ICE operations have become frequent in the Minneapolis metro area, with demonstrators targeting hotels suspected of housing agents.

“ICE Kills” Graffiti on Home2 Suites Entrance in Minneapolis

Graffiti reading "ICE CUP OF MPLS" in red spray paint on the glass entrance of Home2 Suites in Minneapolis.
Graffiti reading "ICE CUP OF MPLS" in red spray paint is visible on the glass entrance of the Home2 Suites by Hilton in Minneapolis. The vandalism occurred during a protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), which was believed to be housing agents at the hotel.

“ICE Out of MPLS” Graffiti at Home2 Suites in Minneapolis

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.

“Fuck I.C.E.” Sign at Night Protest Near ICE Hotel, Minneapolis

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.

Drummer Performs at Noise Demo Outside ICE Hotel in Minneapolis

Man on guitar at ICE Noise Demo in Minneapolis
Minnesota Conservation Officers, Minnesota State Patrol and Minneapolis Police pushing out hundreds of protesters after declaring an unlawful assembly. Protesters had been holding a noise demo at a downtown hotel they believe ICE agents are staying at.

Guitarist Faces Riot Police During ICE Noise Demo in Minneapolis

Minneapolis Police arrest 40 at Noise Demo protest
Minneapolis Police arrested approximately 40 individuals on New Year's Eve at Mill Ruins Park during an annual "Noise Demonstration." This protest, part of a nationwide movement, called for the abolition of prisons and expressed solidarity with incarcerated individuals. The demonstration took place in downtown Minneapolis, a location with a rich history tied to the city's milling industry and now a public space.

Minneapolis Police Arrest 40 at Noise Demo Protest

Minneapolis Police arrest 40 at New Years Eve protest
On New Year's Eve, Minneapolis Police arrested approximately 40 individuals at Mill Ruins Park during a "Noise Demonstration." This annual protest calls for the abolition of prisons and expresses solidarity with incarcerated people. The Mill Ruins Park area, located in downtown Minneapolis, is a historic site that was once the heart of the city's flour milling industry, with remnants of its industrial past visible in the ruins and repurposed brick buildings that now house residences and businesses.

Minneapolis Police Arrest 40 at New Year’s Eve Protest

Mnneapolis police make arrest at Noise Demo protest
Police vehicles are present at Mill Ruins Park in Minneapolis on New Year's Eve, following a protest. Approximately 100 individuals gathered in response to a nationwide call to protest the imprisonment of state inmates. The protest escalated when the jail was spray-painted, leading to a significant police response involving Minneapolis Police, State Patrol, Golden Valley PD, and Hennepin Sheriffs, resulting in numerous arrests. Mill Ruins Park, located on the Mississippi River, is a historic site that was once the heart of Minneapolis's flour milling industry.

Minneapolis Police Arrests at Noise Demo Protest, Mill Ruins Park

Anarchist Graffiti on Hennepin County Juvenile Justice center
On New Year's Eve, approximately one hundred individuals gathered for a nationwide call to protest in support of those incarcerated by the state. The Minneapolis Police Department, State Patrol, Golden Valley Police Department, and Hennepin County Sheriff's Office, along with aerial surveillance, responded to the Hennepin County Juvenile Justice Center. This response occurred after the building was spray-painted with graffiti, leading to the arrest of dozens of participants. The graffiti visible on the building's pillars includes the phrases "Fuck 12" and "Free Our Kids," reflecting anti-police sentiment and concern for youth in the justice system.

Minneapolis Juvenile Justice Center Graffiti and Protest Site

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