Minneapolis Activist Arrested on Federal Charges for Alleged Threats, Cyberstalking ICE Officers

Kyle Wagner accused of inciting violence against federal immigration agents during heightened enforcement operations in Minnesota

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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Federal authorities have arrested 37-year-old Minneapolis resident Kyle Wagner on charges of cyberstalking and transmitting threats against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers. Prosecutors allege Wagner used social media to encourage followers to confront and assault federal agents, referring to them as 'gestapo' and 'murderers' and promoting physical attacks, including armed violence.

Why it matters

The case highlights growing tensions between activists and federal immigration enforcement, with heightened operations in Minnesota prompting protests and clashes. It also underscores the Justice Department's vow to aggressively prosecute threats against federal agents.

The details

According to the criminal complaint, Wagner used Facebook and Instagram throughout January to incite violence against ICE officers. He allegedly urged supporters to identify agents and 'put our hands on them,' including remarks about acting 'at the barrel of a gun.' Wagner is also accused of doxxing a 'pro-ICE individual' by publishing personal information.

  • Wagner was arrested at his Minneapolis apartment on Thursday, February 6, 2026.
  • The criminal complaint was filed on Tuesday, February 4, 2026 and unsealed on the day of Wagner's arrest.

The players

Kyle Wagner

A 37-year-old Minneapolis resident arrested on federal charges of cyberstalking and transmitting threats against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers.

Pamela Bondi

The Attorney General who stated that Wagner 'doxxed and threatened law enforcement officers' and 'encouraged bloodshed in the streets.'

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)

The federal agency whose officers were allegedly targeted by Wagner's threats and cyberstalking.

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What they’re saying

“I've already bled for this city, I've already fought for this city, this is nothing new, we're ready this time. I'm coming for them.”

— Kyle Wagner

“Anywhere we have an opportunity to get our hands on them, we need to put our hands on them.”

— Kyle Wagner

“Wagner 'doxxed and threatened law enforcement officers' and 'encouraged bloodshed in the streets.'”

— Pamela Bondi, Attorney General (bigtalkerradio.com)

What’s next

A decision on whether to seek a grand jury indictment against Wagner is expected soon.

The takeaway

This case highlights the growing tensions between activists and federal immigration enforcement, with heightened operations in Minnesota prompting protests and clashes. It underscores the Justice Department's vow to aggressively prosecute threats against federal agents, even as debates continue over immigration policies and enforcement tactics.