Anti-ICE Protesters Arrested After Chaos at Federal Building in Minneapolis

Dozens of protesters were taken into custody following a memorial for two residents killed by federal agents

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

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At least 42 anti-ICE protesters were arrested in Minneapolis after chaos erupted outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building. The arrests came after a memorial for Minneapolis residents Renee Good and Alex Pretti, who were fatally shot by federal agents last month. Footage showed protesters shouting insults, tearing down police tape, and hurling lewd objects at state patrol officers.

Why it matters

The incident highlights ongoing tensions between anti-ICE activists and law enforcement in Minneapolis, which has seen a rise in protests following the deaths of Good and Pretti during confrontations with immigration authorities. The city's mayor and governor have accused the federal government of violating citizens' rights and demanded that ICE leave the state.

The details

Dozens of protesters, some wearing gas masks, gathered outside the federal building and began confronting state patrol officers. Agitators shouted insults, tore down police tape, and hurled lewd objects at law enforcement. The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office reported that at least 42 people were arrested during the chaos.

  • The memorial for Renee Good and Alex Pretti was held exactly one month after Good's death.
  • The incident at the federal building occurred on Saturday.

The players

Renee Good

A Minneapolis resident who was fatally shot by federal agents last month.

Alex Pretti

A Minneapolis resident who was fatally shot by federal agents last month, along with Renee Good.

Jacob Frey

The mayor of Minneapolis, who accused the federal government of violating citizens' rights and demanded that ICE leave the state.

Tim Walz

The governor of Minnesota, who has also accused the federal government of violating citizens' rights and demanded that ICE leave the state.

Tom Homan

The White House 'border czar' who withdrew 700 federal agents from Minneapolis amid rising concerns.

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What they’re saying

“Thousands showed up to remember and honor Renee Good and Alex Pretti. Minneapolis is with you—and we will keep spreading love.”

— Jacob Frey, Mayor of Minneapolis (Social media post)

“This gathering is peaceful!”

— Unidentified protester (Megaphone)

What’s next

The judge will decide on Tuesday whether to allow any of the arrested protesters to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing tensions between anti-ICE activists and law enforcement in Minneapolis, as the city continues to grapple with the fallout from the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. The mayor and governor's accusations against the federal government suggest that these tensions are unlikely to be resolved anytime soon.