A self-proclaimed Antifa activist’s online calls to arm and kill ICE agents ended abruptly when federal agents dragged him from a Minneapolis hideout in his “I’M ANTIFA!” sweatshirt.
Story Snapshot
- Federal arrest of Kyle Wagner on February 5, 2026, for cyberstalking and threats against ICE officers.
- Wagner posted videos urging followers to dox, harass, and shoot agents he labeled “gestapo murderers.”
- Arrest tied to Operation Metro Surge, which detained over 4,000 immigrants amid deadly protests.
- Attorney General Pam Bondi vows Trump administration pursuit of law enforcement attackers.
Wagner’s Escalating Online Threats
Kyle Wagner, 37, posted a video on January 8, 2026, warning ICE agents, “we’re f**king coming for you.” He labeled them gestapo and murderers. On January 9, he encouraged physical harassment wherever opportunities arose. By January 13, Wagner declared Minnesota the place where ICE would die, demanding identification and confrontation at gunpoint. His Instagram handle kaos.follows amplified these messages to followers.
Deadly Protests Ignite Armed Calls
Operation Metro Surge deployed over 3,000 ICE agents to Minneapolis in December 2025, leading to 4,000 detentions by February 4, 2026. Protester deaths fueled Wagner’s rage. Renee Good died confronting ICE agents. Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse, suffered a fatal shooting by Border Patrol while filming; eyewitness videos challenge federal claims of him wielding a 9mm handgun, with FBI probe ongoing and Trump ordering review. Wagner responded on January 24 with a video: “get your f**king guns and stop these f**king people.”
Federal Arrest and Immediate Aftermath
Homeland Security Investigations arrested Wagner on February 5, 2026, in a Minneapolis residential building. Photos captured the bald, tattooed activist—chest “RESISTANCE,” cheeks inked—wearing his signature sweatshirt as agents led him away. He faced charges of cyberstalking and threats in Minnesota federal court, with initial appearance that day. Wagner had gone on the run late January, posting fears of retaliation and evacuation plans while soliciting GoFundMe funds. His profiles vanished post-arrest.
Trump Administration’s Firm Response
Attorney General Pam Bondi announced charges, stating Wagner doxxed supporters, including one in Michigan, and called for murders: “you cannot run.” This marks a win against Antifa, designated a terrorist group in 2026. White House Border Czar Tom Homan oversaw the Surge, now drawing down 700 personnel while 2,000 ICE agents stay. Bondi’s words align with conservative priorities: protect law enforcement from violent incitement, a common-sense stand against chaos.
Shawn Holster, ex-Minneapolis GOP chair, dismissed Wagner as a “wannabe influencer” worsening city tensions. ICE reported a mob maiming an agent during a criminal escape. Wagner admitted he couldn’t legally own guns but pushed others to arm, crossing into prosecutable territory. Facts support swift justice; loose networks like Antifa thrive on unaccountable rhetoric until held responsible.
Broader Implications for Enforcement
Short-term, Wagner’s capture deters threats and validates the terror label on Antifa, boosting federal morale amid protests. Long-term, it sets precedent for online incitement prosecutions, chilling radical activism while intensifying immigration debates. Minneapolis communities face ongoing enforcement; agents remain targets. Political fallout favors Trump policies, emphasizing border security over agitator narratives.
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Feds arrest Antifa activist in Minnesota, charged with making threats to ICE
Kyle Wagner accused of making violent threats against ICE
‘Antifa hunter’ gets 3 years for online racist threats
