The Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis, originally constructed for federal offices, is now utilized as an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention and enforcement facility. 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 presence of Bureau of Prisons and Department of Homeland Security police, alongside ICE, indicates heightened security and enforcement operations.
Photo taken in January 2026.
