Misunderstood Raid Ignites Minneapolis Protests

Minneapolis Raid Sparks Protests Amidst Immigration Tensions A federal raid on Las Cuatro Milpas restaurant in Minneapolis on June 4, 2025, sparked protests after many believed it to be an ICE operation targeting immigrants. The reality, however, was that federal agents were executing a search warrant related to drug and money laundering. The Minneapolis Police Department's role was to ensure public safety, but their presence alongside federal agents fueled the protesters' anger. "Recalling the George Floyd protests five years ago on this same street," one protester stated, "we felt this was another attack on our community." Mayor Jacob Frey confirmed on social media that no arrests were made during the operation. The incident underscores the heightened tensions surrounding immigration enforcement and the relationship between local and federal law enforcement agencies. The Minneapolis Sheriff’s Office stated they do not participate in civil immigration enforcement but do assist federal authorities in criminal investigations. The event serves as a reminder of the ongoing complexities surrounding community relations and law enforcement in Minneapolis.