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Veterans Protest Federal Immigration Tactics in Minneapolis

2/17/2026

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Minneapolis veterans led by Tom Kendall, 78, protested outside the Whipple building against federal immigration enforcement.
About six percent of the United States adult population are veterans, and many joined a protest organized by a veterans' group.
Some veterans support stricter immigration policies.
Protesters express concern about the use of military-style weapons by immigration agents.
The protests have gained momentum during President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown, expected to end soon.

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Minneapolis veterans led by Tom Kendall, 78, protested outside the Whipple building against federal immigration enforcement.
About six percent of the United States adult population are veterans, and many joined a protest organized by a veterans' group.
Some veterans support stricter immigration policies.
Protesters express concern about the use of military-style weapons by immigration agents.
The protests have gained momentum during President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown, expected to end soon.