cross-posted from: https://lemmy.ml/post/42147361
Images of a man getting pepper-sprayed at close range while being held down by Border Patrol agents fueled more tension in Minneapolis.
Jan. 23, 2026
There was the American citizen dragged out of his home in subzero weather in his underwear. And the detention of a 5-year-old boy wearing a Spider-Man backpack and a hat with floppy ears drew outrage from school officials.
But photos of a Border Patrol agent squirting pepper spray in the face of a man who was being pinned down by fellow officers on Wednesday searingly captured why the ongoing immigration operation has been met with furious resistance on the streets of Minneapolis.
“No one looking at this image can seriously claim this is about public safety,” said Mayor Jacob Frey of Minneapolis. “It should alarm every American because if it can happen here, it can happen anywhere.”
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Also important to see the photo:
And understand the context — the Eighth Circuit appeals court had just lifted restrictions on using chemical agents against peaceful protesters
Wtf is that guy wearing on his shoe?
Yak tracks
Anyone who lives anywhere with ice has several pairs.
I have 3 different sizes in my car.
Ice chains for traction. It might be a type of crampon, I’m not certain what the distinction is.