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South Minneapolis Residents Create Roadblock, Defining It as Safety Method Against ICE

On Friday, January 2, 2026, South Minneapolis residents created a roundabout-style roadblock at 32nd Street & Cedar Ave to oppose ICE activity.
Anger in the city has grown after recent deadly enforcement actions, with the FBI investigating two demonstrators killed last month protesting President Donald Trump's policies amid Minnesota protests.
Organizing informally, local volunteers began sharing responsibility for the block as neighbors kept watch for unfamiliar cars, brought food, and Wade Haynes, Minneapolis resident, stood outside twice daily to protect children.
Minneapolis Public Works and police removed debris and homemade roadblocks on Cedar Ave, with a city spokesperson saying streets cleared Monday ensured emergency vehicle access and public safety.
As a federal response, DHS will deploy body cameras for ICE officers in Minneapolis, with expansion nationwide as funding allows, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced.

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