15 People Accused of Obstructing ICE Raids in USA

Federal prosecutors announced charges against 15 people for obstructing the work of immigration agents in the United States. The announcement was made this Tuesday by Minnesota federal prosecutor, Daniel N. Rosen. The accused allegedly participated in acts to hinder the mass operations of the Donald Trump administration in early 2026.

The investigation points to two groups based in Minneapolis linked to the Antifa movement. According to Rosen, members received specific training for surveillance, operational planning, and rapid mobilization against law enforcement. Twelve people were detained on Tuesday, two remain at large, and one is in custody.

The names of those detained were not immediately released to the press. This case reflects the intensification of judicial measures against activist groups. The Trump administration has hardened its rhetoric against Antifa, calling the movement a domestic terrorist group, according to information from Telemundo.

What are these 15 people accused of?

The detainees face formal charges for interfering with immigration control operations. Rosen detailed that the accused used various tactics to obstruct the work of federal forces. Some of these actions include direct harassment of agents during raids in neighborhoods.

Additionally, the protesters allegedly used ice blocks to slow down police vehicle traffic. The prosecutor refused to confirm whether any federal agent was injured during these incidents. However, he clarified that the existence of injuries is not determinative for classifying the actions as serious federal crimes.

The charges emerge months after the controversial Operation Metro Surge in the Twin Cities area. During this deployment, thousands of federal agents patrolled the streets in unmarked vehicles. Testimonies reported that armed and masked agents broke down doors and patrolled local schools.

This situation generated an extensive network of civil resistance among Minnesota residents. Ordinary citizens and activists used anonymous chats, whistles, and car horns to alert about police presence. These citizen prevention actions are now part of the criminal investigation.

What is Antifa and why is the government investigating it?

Antifa is a generic term designating a diffuse movement of left-wing militant activists. It does not have a formal organizational structure or centralized leadership. President Donald Trump has made this movement a frequent target of his political speeches.

In September 2025, Trump signed an executive order to classify Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization. Additionally, he ordered federal agencies to investigate, disrupt, and dismantle its affiliates and financiers. This designation has been heavily questioned by Democrats and civil rights advocacy groups.