CRIME & LAW

Minneapolis Arrests, Livingston Officer Sues Over Antisemitism Claims

PUBLISHED Feb 5, 2026, 11:03 AM ET

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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.

By Shahbaz A. | JQJO News

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.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 7
Right Leaning:: 2
Left Leaning:: 1
Neutral:: 4
Distribution:: Left 14%, Center 57%, Right 29%

Who Benefited

Federal prosecutors and law enforcement gained evidence supporting charges and public validation of enforcement actions through documented social-media posts and criminal complaints.

Who Impacted

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.