Minneapolis Nominated for Nobel Peace Prize After ICE Shootings

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Minneapolis and its residents have been nominated for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, following weeks of anti-ICE protests and heightened scrutiny of federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota. The nomination was submitted by The Nation, which praised the city for its commitment to democracy, human rights, and nonviolent protest.

Why it matters

This nomination highlights the growing tensions between local communities and federal immigration enforcement, as well as the power of grassroots activism to draw international attention. If accepted, it would be the first time the Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to a city.

The details

The nomination comes after the fatal shootings of U.S. citizens Renee Nicole Good and Alex Pretti by federal agents, sparking protests and economic boycotts across the region. The Nation criticized the Trump administration's 'Operation Metro Surge,' which deployed ICE and Border Patrol agents into Minneapolis, claiming the operation targeted immigrant communities and created widespread fear.

• The fatal shootings of Renee Nicole Good and Alex Pretti by U.S. federal immigration agents occurred on January 30, 2026.
• The nomination for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize was submitted in early February 2026.
• The 2026 Nobel Peace Prize will be announced on October 9, 2026.

What’s next

The Norwegian Nobel Committee does not vet nominations before the deadline, and it remains unclear whether cities are eligible. The 2026 Nobel Peace Prize will be announced on October 9.