‘You ask us for peace, we get shot in the face’: Minneapolis in turmoil after federal agents kill second US citizen

January 24, 2026

TL;DR

Federal agents killed a 37-year-old US citizen in Minneapolis on Saturday, the second such fatality in less than three weeks.
The killing occurred during protests against the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) occupation and demands for justice for a previous victim.
Local leaders and residents are calling for ICE to leave the state, with 'ICE OUT' signs visible.
Governor Tim Walz expressed anger, stating that the city's request for peace was met with violence.
The federal government has been criticized for blaming the victims before investigations are complete.
Residents report feeling besieged by federal agents, with some citizens afraid to leave their homes.
Mutual aid networks have formed to support residents who are staying indoors.
Children, including a two-year-old and a five-year-old, have been detained by agents.
An emergency management director compared the situation to conflict zones she has worked in.
Observers monitoring ICE activity have faced hostility, chemical irritants, arrests, and detentions.
The community is raising funds for protective equipment for rapid responders.
There is a sentiment that the federal government is unlikely to deescalate the situation.
Governor Walz expressed little confidence in Donald Trump to do the right thing but faith in the American people.

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