Federal Arrests Over ICE Protest In Church Ignite Fierce Resistance
Two well-known activists were arrested by federal agents in Minneapolis on Thursday, January 22, days after they disrupted a Cities Church service. David Easterwood, the church’s pastor, is also the St. Paul ICE field office director.
The activists chanted “ICE out!” and “Justice for Renee Good”, condemning the “dual roles” that Easterwood plays in the city.
The Department of Justice characterized the protest as violent, claiming “we do not tolerate attacks on places of worship”. They have suggested charges like conspiracy and obstruction of the right to worship.