Minneapolis Arrests, Livingston Officer Sues Over Antisemitism Claims
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Minneapolis and Livingston, U.S., federal prosecutors arrested a Minneapolis man, Kyle Wagner, on Feb. 5 after alleging he posted escalating threats and doxxed Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers during protests; earlier this week a complaint filed in Eastern Michigan cites social media videos and posts. In Livingston, N.J., Officer Christopher Wagner filed a Jan. 30 lawsuit alleging his department ignored reported antisemitic remarks and then retaliated with discipline and missed promotions. Authorities cited statements from Attorney General Pamela Bondi and the Justice Department; the Livingston complaint details officer comments near a synagogue. Based on 7 articles reviewed and supporting research.
Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.
Timeline of Events
- Jan. 30, 2025 – Officer Christopher Wagner files a civil lawsuit alleging antisemitic remarks and retaliation.
- Early 2025 – Pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian demonstrations occur in Livingston with reported derogatory comments by officers.
- Early February 2025 – A criminal complaint alleging social-media threats and doxxing is filed in the Eastern District of Michigan.
- Feb. 5, 2025 – Federal agents arrest Kyle Wagner in Minneapolis on cyberstalking and threat charges.
- Feb. 5–6, 2025 – Officials, including AG Pamela Bondi and White House spokespeople, issue public statements about the cases.
- Articles Published:
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- Left Leaning:
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- Distribution:
- Left 14%, Center 57%, Right 29%
Federal prosecutors and law enforcement gained evidence supporting charges and public validation of enforcement actions through documented social-media posts and criminal complaints.
Officer Christopher Wagner and Jewish community members in Livingston experienced alleged antisemitic conduct and professional retaliation; targeted ICE agents and named individuals suffered doxxing and threats.
Coverage of Story:
From Left
Minneapolis man is arrested on suspicion of threatening and cyberstalking ICE officers
Los Angeles TimesFrom Center
Minneapolis Arrests, Livingston Officer Sues Over Antisemitism Claims
vinnews.com The Orange County Register Star Tribune News18From Right
Minneapolis man is charged with threatening and cyberstalking ICE...
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