On Monday night, anti-ICE protesters attacked law enforcement outside a Minnesota hotel where they believed Border Commander Gregory Bovino was staying. Over two dozen individuals were subsequently arrested.

As the incident unfolded, demonstrations near the SpringHill Suites in Minneapolis escalated from initial noise complaints to violent confrontations involving thrown objects and property damage. Maple Grove police stated that officers responded to reports of a protest at the hotel on Monday, with the situation deteriorating when agitators allegedly began throwing items at law enforcement and damaging property. After declaring an unlawful assembly and issuing a dispersal order, several individuals who refused to leave were arrested.

A Maple Grove Police Department spokesperson emphasized: “The Maple Grove Police Department respects and upholds the First Amendment rights of individuals to peacefully assemble and express their views. Our priority remains the safety and security of all residents, visitors, and property within our community.” The spokesperson added that “at that point, the activity was no longer considered peaceful. Individuals participating in criminal acts are not protected under the First Amendment and were subject to arrest.”

The Minnesota State Patrol, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office, and Hennepin Public Order Group assisted Maple Grove officers at the scene. According to reports, police tested the effectiveness of a long-range acoustic device (LRAD) on protesters.

DHS agents staying at the hotel were reportedly unaffected by the disturbance. Eyewitness accounts indicated that several agents were observed drinking beer from windows while looking down at the protesters outside.