Minneapolis Protests: US Solidarity Rallies – The New York Times

by ethan.brook News Editor

(Minneapolis, February 1, 2026) — Protests took place across the United States on Saturday in solidarity with Minneapolis, as demonstrations continued following recent ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) raids in Minnesota.

Demonstrations occurred nationwide Saturday as activists protest ICE actions in Minnesota and across the U.S.

  • Protests were held in multiple cities across the U.S. in support of Minneapolis.
  • The demonstrations follow recent ICE raids in Minnesota, according to Bring Me The News.
  • An Alex Pretti memorial ride took place in Minneapolis, as reported by FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul.

Demonstrations occurred across the country Saturday, expressing solidarity with Minneapolis and protesting ICE actions, according to The New York Times and NPR.

ICE Activity in Minnesota

FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul reported that an Alex Pretti memorial ride was held in Minneapolis on Saturday, coinciding with the continuation of “Operation Metro Surge.” Bring Me The News reported on a list of ICE raids that took place in Minnesota on Saturday.

ProPublica documented the protests in Minneapolis with photographs, showing “thousands” participating in demonstrations against ICE policies.

“Thousands once again protest ICE in Minneapolis and across the U.S.,” according to NPR’s photo essay.

Time.news based this report in part on reporting by The New York Times, FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul, Bring Me The News, NPR, and ProPublica and added independent analysis and context.

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