Noem to Deploy 300 Federal Agents to Minneapolis Amid Escalating Security Concerns

The federal government is escalating its presence in Minneapolis with the deployment of 300 additional federal agents to support local law enforcement following an incident at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility on January 9, 2026. The deployment, authorized by Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, marks a significant increase in federal law enforcement personnel in the city, which previously had approximately 150 federal agents assigned to the region. Noem stated that the individual responsible, identified as Daniel Good, engaged in an act of domestic terrorism during the attack, citing his premeditated actions and use of a firearm to breach secure facilities. The incident resulted in the injury of three ICE officers and one civilian, with two officers still hospitalized as of January 11, according to official reports. The federal government has since classified the event as a targeted assault on a federal installation. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has publicly disputed the domestic terrorism designation, arguing that the incident lacked the broader ideological or strategic intent required under federal definitions. Frey emphasized that city resources are being stretched and expressed concern over federal overreach, particularly given the absence of a formal joint investigation team between local and federal authorities. The deployment is expected to remain in place for at least 90 days, with additional oversight officers and tactical units arriving in the city over the next 72 hours. The move has prompted criticism from civil rights groups, who warn of increased surveillance and potential erosion of community trust. Meanwhile, the FBI has opened a formal investigation into the incident, with preliminary findings expected within two weeks.