On Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, amid freezing winter temperatures, Minneapolis residents rallied on public streets to demand the withdrawal of federal immigration agents from their city.
The demonstration took place two weeks after an ICE agent fatally shot a woman in her car during an enforcement operation. Protesters say the ongoing immigration raids have deepened fear and dismay in local communities.
Participants carried banners opposing ICE's presence, calling on city and state officials to refuse cooperation with federal agents. Organizers vowed to maintain pressure through future rallies and public actions until their demands are met.
As ICE continues its controversial enforcement efforts, Minneapolis has become a focal point for broader debates over federal immigration policies and the role of local authorities in immigrant protection.
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