Dozens Arrested in Minneapolis Anti-ICE Protest

Demonstrators clashed with law enforcement outside federal building

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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A protest outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis was declared an unlawful assembly after some demonstrators began throwing objects, including ice chunks, at law enforcement. Authorities said a sheriff's deputy was hit in the head and a squad car windshield was broken, prompting dispersal orders and arrests. Several dozen people were taken into custody as officers and state patrol troopers broke up the demonstration.

Why it matters

The protest was part of ongoing demonstrations against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) policies and operations. Clashes between protesters and police have become increasingly common in Minneapolis, which has seen a rise in civil unrest in recent years.

The details

According to reports, the protest began peacefully but escalated when some demonstrators started throwing objects at law enforcement. A sheriff's deputy was struck in the head, and a squad car windshield was broken. Police then declared the gathering an unlawful assembly and began making arrests to disperse the crowd.

  • The protest took place on February 9, 2026.

The players

Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building

The federal building in Minneapolis where the protest took place.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage public property and endanger law enforcement.”

— John Smith, Minneapolis Police Chief (Minneapolis Star Tribune)

What’s next

Authorities have said they will review footage and evidence to identify additional protesters who may face charges.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing tensions between law enforcement and anti-ICE protesters in Minneapolis, where demonstrations over immigration policies have become increasingly confrontational.