Anti-ICE Protesters Assault Conservative Reporter in Minnesota

Savannah Hernandez was shoved to the ground by a man during a protest against ICE in Minneapolis.

Apr. 13, 2026 at 3:09pm

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An extreme close-up of a shattered phone screen or camera lens, the harsh flash illuminating the jagged edges and cracked surface, conveying the violence and disruption of the reported assault on the conservative reporter.A shattered lens or screen captures the violent aftermath of an attack on a journalist covering a protest.Minneapolis Today

A conservative reporter named Savannah Hernandez was physically assaulted by several members of an anti-ICE protest in Minneapolis, Minnesota. As Hernandez was filming the event, a man identified as Chris Ostroushko forcefully shoved her to the ground, causing her to suffer neck, back, and head pain. The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office has said Ostroushko will face charges, though there are concerns the local prosecutor may go easy on the alleged assailants.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers that conservative journalists can face when covering protests by far-left activists, who have shown a willingness to resort to violence to prevent unfavorable coverage of their actions. It also raises questions about the ability of law enforcement and the justice system to hold radical protesters accountable for attacks on the press.

The details

During an 'F**k ICE' protest in Minneapolis, Hernandez was filming the event when she was confronted by several members of the crowd. Three people, identified as Paige, DeYanna, and Chris Ostroushko, were caught on camera physically assaulting Hernandez as she tried to leave. Ostroushko in particular forcefully shoved Hernandez to the ground, even as he had to be held back by five other men.

  • The protest took place on Saturday, April 13, 2026.
  • Hernandez reported suffering neck, back, and head pain following the assault.

The players

Savannah Hernandez

A conservative reporter who was covering the anti-ICE protest for Turning Point USA.

Chris Ostroushko

One of the protesters who physically assaulted Hernandez, shoving her to the ground.

Paige and DeYanna Ostroushko

Two other protesters who were part of the group that assaulted Hernandez.

Hennepin County Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency that has said Ostroushko will face charges for the assault.

Mary Moriarty

The Hennepin County Attorney, who has been criticized for giving 'sweetheart deals' to career criminals.

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What they’re saying

“A second angle shows that he had to be held back by 5 men as he continued to charge at me. I didn't speak a word to him all day yet he repeatedly called me a bitch and very clearly looks like he wanted to violently hurt me even worse than he did.”

— Savannah Hernandez, Conservative Reporter

What’s next

The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office has said Ostroushko will face charges, but there are concerns the local prosecutor may go easy on the alleged assailants.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the risks that conservative journalists face when covering protests by far-left activists, who have shown a willingness to resort to violence to prevent unfavorable coverage. It also raises questions about the ability of law enforcement and the justice system to hold radical protesters accountable for attacks on the press.