Overview
- ICE’s Homeland Security Investigations, the FBI and the DEA executed a court-authorized search at Bro-Tex tied to an ongoing federal criminal investigation, with officials saying there was no public safety threat.
- Protesters who gathered after being tipped off tried to block departing vehicles, and agents used chemical spray and other crowd-control tactics, with the mayor reporting injuries.
- Witnesses and advocates said at least two workers were detained, while ICE has not confirmed how many people were taken and the related warrants remain sealed.
- St. Paul police and the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office said they were not involved or notified, and mixed federal insignia and masked tactical gear contributed to public confusion.
- More than 200 people, including incoming Mayor Kaohly Her and other officials, held a vigil demanding information and accountability as community groups work to assist affected families.