Barack Obama publicly states support for anti-ICE demonstrators in Minneapolis

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Marina DunbarFebruary 14, 2026 at 06:15 PM

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In a recent interview, former President Barack Obama publicly expressed his support for anti-ICE demonstrators in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He cited the "unprecedented nature" of ICE operations in the region, referencing reports of agents pulling people from their homes and using questionable tactics. Obama highlighted the protests as an example of Americans standing up for their values and pushing back against policies they disagree with. His comments come after the Trump administration announced a drawdown of immigration enforcement in Minnesota following protests sparked by the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti by federal agents. Obama and his wife, Michelle, previously released a statement calling Pretti's death a tragedy and criticizing the lack of accountability in federal law enforcement's actions in Minnesota.

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Michelle Obama 40% Renee Good 40% Alex Pretti ×240% St Paul ×250% Tom Homan 50% Trump administration 50% Brian Tyler Cohen 50% United States ×260% Minnesota ×570% Minneapolis ×470% Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) ×280% Barack Obama ×490%

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