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Minneapolis Activists Set Community Checkpoints Against ICE Raids

2/6/2026

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Activists in Minneapolis have established community checkpoints to oppose Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids, aiming to protect neighborhoods.
The checkpoints reflect a broader trend among leftist groups seeking to challenge federal immigration enforcement.
Some locals support the initiative.
After the death of Alex Pretti, tensions between federal agents and protesters intensified and raised questions about immigration enforcement.

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Story summary

Activists in Minneapolis have established community checkpoints to oppose Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids, aiming to protect neighborhoods.
The checkpoints reflect a broader trend among leftist groups seeking to challenge federal immigration enforcement.
Some locals support the initiative.
After the death of Alex Pretti, tensions between federal agents and protesters intensified and raised questions about immigration enforcement.