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Community Rallies Around Immigrant-Owned Business Amid ICE Tragedy

1/30/2026

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Wong Supports Refugees

In Minneapolis, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents killed Alex Pretti on January 24.
Local journalist Samie Solina and her videographer sought refuge at My Huong Kitchen, and Tracy Wong welcomed them.
Wong expressed fear but prioritized safety and provided food and warmth.
Her actions drew appreciation on social media, highlighting immigrant-owned businesses during unrest.
Wong thanked the community for its support and reaffirmed her commitment to helping others.

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Pretti Shot, Protests Erupt

Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse, was shot and killed by Border Patrol agents in Minneapolis, prompting protests at a hotel where protesters believed ICE agents were present.
Federal agents responded with tear gas and flashbangs, leading to multiple arrests.
Witnesses described aggressive tactics, including an agent shoving a journalist.
The incident followed another ICE shooting, intensifying unrest and prompting accountability calls from Barack Obama and Michelle Obama.

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Ketter Confronts ICE

Greg Ketter, a 69-year-old Minneapolis bookstore owner, confronted ICE agents after the shooting of Alex Pretti.
Ketter, who has a history of activism, expressed anger toward ICE's actions in the Twin Cities.
DreamHaven saw a 700% increase in sales after his confrontation went viral.
Online orders rose from 10 to 300 per week as the story drew attention from Patton Oswalt.

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Wong Supports Refugees

In Minneapolis, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents killed Alex Pretti on January 24.
Local journalist Samie Solina and her videographer sought refuge at My Huong Kitchen, and Tracy Wong welcomed them.
Wong expressed fear but prioritized safety and provided food and warmth.
Her actions drew appreciation on social media, highlighting immigrant-owned businesses during unrest.
Wong thanked the community for its support and reaffirmed her commitment to helping others.

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