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Minneapolis Community Rallies Against Aggressive ICE Tactics

12/10/2025

Summary

Story summary

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in Minneapolis faced pushback from local residents, notably Somali communities.
On December 8, ICE attempted to detain at Hola Arepa but was thwarted by alert staff and community members.
Protests erupted as Burnsville High School students walked out, chanting against ICE actions.
Videos show ICE agents using aggressive tactics, including pepper spray and armed confrontations, while community organizations mobilize resources.

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Story summary

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in Minneapolis faced pushback from local residents, notably Somali communities.
On December 8, ICE attempted to detain at Hola Arepa but was thwarted by alert staff and community members.
Protests erupted as Burnsville High School students walked out, chanting against ICE actions.
Videos show ICE agents using aggressive tactics, including pepper spray and armed confrontations, while community organizations mobilize resources.