Overview
- ICE and Homeland Security Investigations executed a search warrant at Bro-Tex in St. Paul with support from the FBI and DEA as part of a federal criminal investigation.
- Protesters gathered after community alerts, linked arms to block vehicles, and were met with chemical irritants and pepper spray as agents pushed through the crowd.
- Local officials and witnesses reported injuries, with video showing physical confrontations as agents departed the scene.
- At least two people were taken into custody according to local reports, while ICE has not released arrest totals or alleged offenses and related warrants remain sealed.
- St. Paul and Ramsey County agencies were not involved, and more than 200 people, including Mayor-elect Kaohly Her, attended a Wednesday vigil calling for transparency and clear identification of federal personnel.