Overview
- The rally drew thousands in south Minneapolis as the federal enforcement push entered its third week.
- ICE says it has arrested more than 400 people since Dec. 1, though it is unclear how many remain in custody or were transferred.
- DHS has highlighted arrests of people with criminal backgrounds, while advocates contend most of those detained lacked criminal records.
- Community leaders say many Lake Street businesses have seen sales drop by as much as 80% as residents avoid shopping out of fear.
- A coalition of 46 groups led a march from Mercado Central to Karmel Mall, with signs reading “ICE out MSP” and speakers describing people reported missing.