The protests are part of a broader movement against President Donald Trump’s increased immigration enforcement across the state, with labor unions, progressive organizations and clergy urging Minnesotans to stay away from work, school and even shops. AdvertisementPeople protest against Federal immigration agents on Friday, Jan. 23, 2026, in Minneapolis. Federal law enforcement officers have repeatedly squared off with community members and activists who track their movements. AdvertisementPeople protest against Federal immigration agents on Friday, Jan. 23, 2026, in Minneapolis. Liam Conejo Ramos, 5, and his father were detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement in Minnesota.

Source: Huffington Post January 24, 2026 11:05 UTC