Minneapolis businesses close doors for economic blackout protesting ICE

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Andy HirschfeldJanuary 23, 2026 at 08:14 PM

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On January 23, 2026, over 700 businesses, unions, faith groups, and educators in Minneapolis, Minnesota, closed as part of "The Day of Truth and Freedom," an economic protest against ICE actions in the city. Organized by a coalition of community groups, the protest calls for ICE to leave Minneapolis and urges a suspension of consumer spending. Solidarity marches are occurring in other US cities, including New York City and Los Angeles. Protesters in Minneapolis are marching to the Target Center, targeting the retailer due to its headquarters in the city and its perceived lack of protection for individuals against federal agents without warrants. The protest cites recent incidents involving Customs and Border Patrol agents detaining individuals at stores in the Minneapolis area.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Greg Bovino 30% St Paul 30% Richfield 30% New York City 40% Los Angeles 40% Customs and Border Patrol ×250% Target ×260% United States ×360% Minnesota ×270% Minneapolis ×580% US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) ×390%

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ice raids 100% economic protest 90% business closures 80% immigration and customs enforcement 70% minneapolis 70% consumer spending 60% target 50% fourth amendment 50% solidarity marches 40%