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67 Arrested in University of Minnesota Protest Against ICE

2/14/2026

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67 protesters were arrested at the University of Minnesota during a January 29 demonstration against ICE.
Eli Purdy, a street medic, was charged with unlawful assembly.
Purdy said that police kettled protesters and blocked their exit.
The University of Minnesota confirmed the arrests and supported peaceful protest.
Operation Metro Surge is reportedly ending, activists doubt reduced ICE presence, and Eli Purdy plans to contest his charges.

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67 protesters were arrested at the University of Minnesota during a January 29 demonstration against ICE.
Eli Purdy, a street medic, was charged with unlawful assembly.
Purdy said that police kettled protesters and blocked their exit.
The University of Minnesota confirmed the arrests and supported peaceful protest.
Operation Metro Surge is reportedly ending, activists doubt reduced ICE presence, and Eli Purdy plans to contest his charges.