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Protests Erupt as ICE Targets Pregnant Woman in Minneapolis

12/19/2025

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In Minneapolis, a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation targeting Somali community prompted protesters to confront agents arresting a woman alleged to be pregnant, sparking chaos.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara criticized ICE tactics as lacking de-escalation and causing excessive force.
Witnesses said agents dragged the pregnant woman through snow while bystanders pleaded for her release.
ICE claimed the woman tried to vandalize a vehicle; community members disputed the claim.

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In Minneapolis, a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation targeting Somali community prompted protesters to confront agents arresting a woman alleged to be pregnant, sparking chaos.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara criticized ICE tactics as lacking de-escalation and causing excessive force.
Witnesses said agents dragged the pregnant woman through snow while bystanders pleaded for her release.
ICE claimed the woman tried to vandalize a vehicle; community members disputed the claim.