This morning, we witnessed the continuation of state sponsored terrorism as ICE agents murdered a member of our community near an elementary school in Powderhorn Park. Pillsbury House and Theatre (PH+T) and Pillsbury Creative Commons (PCC) are a mere three blocks away from the scene where at the same time staff witnessed ICE agents circulating our beloved community center.  

As ICE continues to increase its violent presence in our communities, we encourage community members to support each other by ensuring loved ones are accounted for, and elders, children and vulnerable community members are in trusted locations. Despite the anger we are feeling, we ask our beloved South Minneapolis community to refrain from engaging armed ICE agents who appear to be willing to shoot unarmed people without provocation or cause. 

We condemn these actions. We condemn the weaponization of law enforcement agents against ordinary people—people who work, live, raise their children, take care of our elders and contribute towards making Minneapolis and Minnesota one of the most desirable cities and states to live in. No one deserves to face death while expressing their dissent with government policies; no one deserves to die while picking their children up from school, purchasing groceries, or carrying out the duties of daily living. 

The antidote to the fear and isolation being actively sown in our community is increased connection. We know that our actions of radical love and care will uphold our deep commitment to the very democratic ideals that have shaped our nation and continue to inspire so many people who seek refuge, freedom, and belonging.   

While our individual actions may sometimes feel insignificant, our connection to one another in action, solidarity, and care can be a powerful force for healing and justice.  We encourage all to embrace the neighbor and stranger alike, and to lean into our collective strength in support. 

MIRAC – Minnesota Immigrant Rights Action Committee: Emergency Vigil in Response to ICE Shooting 

TODAY, January 7, 2026
5:00pm
E34th St and Portland Ave S
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Know Your Rights 

Documenting and Responding to ICE https://pillsburyunited.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Documenting-and-Responding-to-ICE-12_03.pdf 

Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid: https://mylegalaid.org/
MN State Resources https://mn.gov/ombudfam/resources/immigration.jsp
Immigrant Advocates Network https://www.immigrationadvocates.org/
Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota https://www.lssmn.org/services/refugees/services/legal
CAIR MN https://cairmn.org/