Minneapolis remains on high alert as anti-ICE protests continue to grip the city more than a week after the fatal shooting of Renee Good, a 37-year-old U.S. citizen acting as a legal observer during an Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation on January 7, 2026.
Crowds have gathered daily near federal buildings, demanding justice and an end to aggressive immigration enforcement tactics. Demonstrators carry signs reading “Justice for Renee” and chant for accountability, with some clashes reported between protesters and federal agents.
Here are powerful scenes from the ongoing demonstrations across the city:
These images capture the emotional tributes and large gatherings in response to the incident.
The situation has drawn national attention, with President Donald Trump publicly threatening to invoke the rarely used Insurrection Act to deploy active-duty troops if unrest escalates further. Defense officials confirmed that around 1,500 soldiers from the 11th Airborne Division, stationed in snowy Fort Wainwright, Alaska, are on rapid standby for potential deployment to support local authorities.
Visuals of the Arctic-trained troops preparing in harsh winter conditions underscore the seriousness of the preparations:
President Trump has addressed the crisis multiple times, emphasizing the need for law and order amid the protests.
Here is President Trump speaking on the potential use of federal forces:
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has activated the state’s National Guard and urged peaceful demonstrations, while a federal judge recently limited certain crowd control measures by ICE agents against non-violent observers and protesters.
Local businesses in affected areas report significant disruptions, and the story continues to dominate headlines as the nation watches closely. The combination of immigration policy debates, civil rights concerns, and the possibility of military involvement has made this one of the most talked-about developments in the U.S. right now.
Authorities continue to call for calm as investigations into the shooting proceed. More updates are expected in the coming days as the situation evolves.