Minnesotans leave their 'I Voted' stickers at Renee Good, Alex Pretti memorials

Residents in Minneapolis are sending a strong message about the violent deportations occurring across the US during this midterm election cycle. Two US citizens, Alex Pretti and Renee Nicole Good, were killed by federal immigration officials in January. Pretti, a 37-year-old intensive care unit nurse, and Good, a writer and mother of three, were victims of a large-scale immigration enforcement operation.

Donald Trump's aggressive and violent mass deportation campaign has been a key issue for voters in Minnesota and across the country.

Arne, a retired physician who collaborated with Pretti, left an "I Voted" sticker at the memorial site for Pretti, expressing his grief and pride in his vote. Mike F, another voter, left his sticker at Good's memorial site, stating that his vote felt more in touch with the events that occurred earlier in the year. Following the killing of Pretti and Good in December 2025, Minnesota became a central target for the Trump administration.

Operation Metro Surge involved federal immigration officials descending on the area. Community groups organized rapid response teams to prevent officials from arresting immigrants, leading to an escalation after the deaths of Pretti and Good. Many involved in immigration rapid response efforts have shifted their focus to the elections.

Voters in Minnesota are choosing a Senate candidate, governor, and House candidates. Arne criticized the president, stating that today is a chance for America to decide whether to support such actions. Reverend Shandon Klein, a progressive pastor, is vigilant at polling places to ensure equal access to voting. So far, no federal law enforcement officials have been seen at these locations, despite threats by the Trump administration to deploy them.