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Minneapolis Activist Arrested on Federal Charges for Alleged Threats, Cyberstalking ICE Officers
Kyle Wagner, 37, accused of using social media to incite violence against federal immigration agents
Published on Feb. 6, 2026
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Federal authorities have arrested Kyle Wagner, a 37-year-old Minneapolis resident, on charges of cyberstalking and transmitting threats against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers. Prosecutors allege Wagner used Facebook and Instagram to encourage followers to confront and assault federal agents, referring to them as 'gestapo' and 'murderers.' The criminal complaint also accuses Wagner of doxxing a 'pro-ICE individual' by publishing personal information.
Why it matters
This case highlights the ongoing tensions between immigration activists and federal law enforcement, with allegations of threats and incitement of violence against ICE officers. It also raises concerns about the use of social media to target and harass government personnel, which authorities say they will aggressively prosecute.
The details
According to the criminal complaint, Wagner used social media throughout January to call for violence against ICE agents during heightened enforcement operations in Minnesota. In one video, he allegedly declared, 'I've already bled for this city, I've already fought for this city, this is nothing new, we're ready this time,' before saying he was 'coming for' ICE. Prosecutors also say Wagner promoted physical attacks and urged supporters to identify and confront federal officers, including remarks about acting 'at the barrel of a gun.'
- The criminal complaint was filed on Tuesday and unsealed on Thursday.
- Wagner was arrested at his Minneapolis apartment on Thursday.
The players
Kyle Wagner
A 37-year-old Minneapolis resident who was 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 that was the target of the alleged threats and cyberstalking by Kyle Wagner.
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.”
— 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 (kpua.net)
What’s next
A decision on whether to seek a grand jury indictment against Kyle Wagner is expected soon.
The takeaway
This case highlights the ongoing tensions between immigration activists and federal law enforcement, with allegations of threats and incitement of violence against ICE officers. It also raises concerns about the use of social media to target and harass government personnel, which authorities say they will aggressively prosecute.
