Jacob Frey is in the news for his response to Minnesota protests over ICE shootings and federal immigration crackdowns. He’s Minneapolis mayor since 2018.
As of January 31, 2026, Minnesota faces ongoing legal battles over the Trump administration's Operation Metro Surge, deploying 3,000 immigration agents. Federal Judge Kate Menendez denied a request to halt the operation, ruling the state and cities failed to prove constitutional violations. Meanwhile, journalist Don Lemon was arrested related to a protest at a St. Paul church, sparking First Amendment concerns amid the immigration crackdown.
Activist groups, unions, and celebrities are organizing a nationwide strike on January 30 to protest federal immigration enforcement following a fatal shooting by ICE officers in Minnesota. Thousands are expected to participate, demanding ICE leave the state and end federal funding. The strike includes marches and community solidarity actions.
On January 20, 2026, federal agents detained five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father, Adrian Conejo Arias, in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, during an immigration enforcement operation. The boy was taken from a running car and reportedly used to lure family members. Both are now held in a Texas detention facility amid protests and legal challenges.
Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse, was shot and killed by federal agents during an altercation in Minneapolis. Video evidence contradicts official claims that he posed a threat, sparking protests and calls for investigation amid political outrage. The incident follows a similar case involving Renee Good earlier this month.
Protests erupted across the US after federal agents fatally shot ICU nurse Alex Pretti and mother Renee Good in Minnesota. The incidents, linked to aggressive immigration enforcement, prompted civil rights investigations, political backlash, and calls for reform amid concerns over law enforcement conduct and civil liberties.
In Minneapolis, federal agents shot and killed Alex Pretti during a confrontation, contradicting initial claims that he was a terrorist. The incident has led to political criticism, investigations, and calls for changes in immigration enforcement policies amid protests and public outrage.
Following two fatal shootings involving immigration agents in Minneapolis, President Trump replaced Gregory Bovino with Tom Homan to oversee enforcement. The move aims to de-escalate tensions, address video contradictions, and reassess tactics amid widespread protests and political backlash.
The Justice Department has demanded voter registration data from Minnesota, prompting accusations of coercion and political interference. State officials refuse to comply, citing privacy concerns and legal protections, amid broader tensions over federal efforts to access voter information ahead of midterm elections.
Following the fatal shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minnesota, the Trump administration faces mounting criticism. Initial claims labeling Pretti a 'domestic terrorist' have softened amid video evidence and political backlash. Congresswoman Ilhan Omar was attacked with a syringe during a town hall while condemning immigration enforcement. President Trump has ordered de-escalation and reassigned key officials amid calls for Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's resignation.
Ilhan Omar was sprayed with a foul liquid during a Minneapolis town hall after calling for ICE's abolition. The attacker, identified as Anthony Kazmierczak, was arrested. The incident follows heightened political tensions over immigration and Trump's rhetoric targeting Somali immigrants.
Bruce Springsteen released a new song, 'Streets of Minneapolis,' condemning federal immigration actions and criticizing Trump’s administration amid ongoing protests and a second deadly shooting by immigration agents. The song is dedicated to Minneapolis victims and reflects political tensions.
The FBI executed a court-authorized search at Fulton County’s election facility in Union City, Georgia, focusing on records related to the 2020 election. The operation follows claims by former President Trump of election fraud, despite no evidence supporting widespread voter misconduct. Tulsi Gabbard, the DNI, was present during the raid, raising questions about her role.
On January 25, 2026, intensive care nurse Alex Pretti was fatally shot by U.S. immigration agents during a protest in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The incident, captured on video, contradicted initial government claims and sparked nationwide protests, bipartisan outrage, and legal challenges. President Trump has called for an investigation and signaled a potential de-escalation of immigration enforcement in the city amid mounting political pressure.
As of February 2026, the Trump administration's aggressive immigration enforcement in Minneapolis has sparked nationwide protests following the deaths of two US citizens, Renee Good and Alex Pretti, shot by federal agents. ICE has shifted to targeting immigrants with criminal histories and reduced agent presence in Minneapolis, amid ongoing legal challenges and political debate over enforcement tactics.
The Trump administration announced a partial withdrawal of 700 federal immigration enforcement officers from Minnesota amid ongoing protests and controversy over the deaths of two US citizens at the hands of federal agents. The move follows increased cooperation with local authorities and public pressure after fatal shootings by federal officers. The operation, which began over two months ago, has resulted in thousands of arrests and widespread unrest.
A US federal judge in Minnesota condemned the federal immigration enforcement operation, calling it ill-conceived and traumatizing children. The judge ordered the release of a five-year-old boy and his father, criticizing the pursuit of deportation quotas and heavy-handed tactics that have sparked protests and legal challenges.
The Biden administration has announced the conclusion of Operation Metro Surge, the DHS's largest immigration enforcement effort in Minnesota, after arrests of over 4,000 individuals. The operation faced criticism following deadly incidents and protests, but officials cite increased local cooperation and internal reforms as reasons for the drawdown. Some federal officers remain in the state.
Multiple shootings involving immigration officers in Minneapolis have seen official accounts contradicted by video evidence. Cases against two Venezuelan men were dismissed after prosecutors found new evidence inconsistent with initial claims, highlighting ongoing issues with DHS transparency and accountability.
On March 5, 2026, President Donald Trump announced the firing of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, effective March 31. Noem, criticized for her handling of immigration enforcement, a $220 million ad campaign, and the deaths of two US citizens during federal operations, will be replaced by Senator Markwayne Mullin. Noem will become special envoy for the new "Shield of the Americas" security initiative.
A city-owned security camera video shows a brief struggle before a shooting during a federal chase in Minneapolis. Charges against two Venezuelan men were dropped after the video revealed inconsistencies in federal officers' accounts. The case raises questions about law enforcement transparency and internal investigations.