Labor groups hope a one-day economic blackout will increase protest turnout and send a message to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement that the agency isn’t welcome in the Minneapolis area. “It’s just a complete disaster for our members’ families, for our community, and for our union,” said Nammacher. But it has quickly gained widespread backing and has the support of the Minneapolis Regional Labor Federation, an umbrella group representing the area’s unions. Federal law enforcement stands outside the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building during a protest on Saturday, Jan. 17, in Minneapolis. AdvertisementICE’s focus on Minnesota will cause a significant hit to the local economy, since businesses are losing workers and foot traffic, Glaubitz Gabiou said.

Source: Huffington Post January 22, 2026 02:58 UTC