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red dog 1

(32,688 posts)
Sun Jan 25, 2026, 04:30 PM Jan 25

Minnesota National Guard members distribute donuts, coffee & hot chocolate to anti-Ice protesters

Minnesota National Guard members have arrived at a federal building and were directed to distribute donuts, coffee, and hot chocolate to anti-ICE protesters. Guard members were issued reflective vests so they would not be mistaken for federal agents.

Olga Nesterova (@onestpress.onestnetwork.com) 2026-01-25T20:55:36.004Z
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Minnesota National Guard members distribute donuts, coffee & hot chocolate to anti-Ice protesters (Original Post) red dog 1 Jan 25 OP
I hope this translates into the military no longer supporting F45 Kegsbreath. nt in2herbs Jan 25 #1
What I would like to see the Guard do sarisataka Jan 25 #2
An interesting plan. It would prove the NG is there to protect the public. TomSlick Jan 25 #5
At least the National Guard are professional PatSeg Jan 25 #13
Unquestionably true. They are soldiers not thugs. TomSlick Jan 25 #15
ICE/CBP has hired unqualified people, PatSeg Jan 25 #19
The ICE/CBP thugs a eminently qualified for their task of terrorizing the US public. TomSlick Jan 25 #21
I agree PatSeg Jan 25 #22
I thought about COD, too. Seems to be about the level of fantasy experience required... Beartracks Jan 25 #29
That's probably close to reality PatSeg Jan 25 #40
thanks for posting UpInArms Jan 25 #3
Calling them "officers" implies a training and professionalism they do not exhibit. Beartracks Jan 25 #30
A bit of tears in a Good way. Differentiating Reflective vests - very good idea! electric_blue68 Jan 25 #4
Same here, instatears... yorkster Jan 25 #25
okay, but what are their orders if ICE starts shooting? WhiskeyGrinder Jan 25 #6
Protect the donuts n/t leftstreet Jan 25 #9
At all costs orangecrush Jan 25 #27
Leave the guns.... Hokie Jan 27 #53
I don't see any weapons. OGBuzz Jan 25 #20
Love it malaise Jan 25 #7
Great news! Grim Chieftain Jan 25 #8
Minnesota protesters need some kindness, That's for sure!! bluestarone Jan 25 #10
And for them to know PatSeg Jan 25 #14
Yes, exactly! bluestarone Jan 25 #16
Message auto-removed Name removed Jan 25 #11
It is a very smart, caring thing to do PatSeg Jan 25 #17
Bridge building Brother Buzz Jan 25 #24
ohhh myy, has lg been busy again? niyad Jan 25 #26
She's a DU institution Kaleva Jan 25 #28
That she certainly is. I will refrain from the obvious comment. niyad Jan 25 #32
Yes, and Library Girl was in good form today Brother Buzz Jan 25 #31
Not sure why anyone "welcomes" it Cha Jan 25 #34
Think of those posts as breadcrumbs, informal bookmarks Brother Buzz Jan 25 #37
lol.. a Whole new Perspective.. Cha Jan 25 #38
Good point PatSeg Jan 25 #43
I thought the comment was a bit suspect PatSeg Jan 25 #42
I figured they wouldn't last long PatSeg Jan 25 #41
Right... they don't "last long". Cha Jan 25 #44
Pretty impressive PatSeg Jan 26 #47
Nah... no credit from Cha Jan 26 #50
Yeah, I meant that sarcastically PatSeg Jan 26 #52
Library Girl (WEIRDO GIRL) only hangs around for a few posts, then mysteriously disappears. Emile Jan 26 #45
Sounds like someone needs a life PatSeg Jan 26 #48
I'd rather see the protestors handing out goodies leftstreet Jan 25 #18
like. AllaN01Bear Jan 25 #12
we'll see if Noem is ready to attack the guard pfitz59 Jan 25 #23
Good! SheltieLover Jan 25 #33
Mahalo, Gov Walz & Minnesota NG! Cha Jan 25 #35
I'm so proud of Minnesota. tavernier Jan 25 #36
What a waste of fucking time Hokie Jan 25 #39
That is precisely what Trump wants. NutmegYankee Jan 26 #46
Simply opening fire on ICE seems shortsighted at best Torchlight Jan 26 #49
That would be colossally stupid and would make the situation exponentially worse. Ocelot II Jan 26 #51

sarisataka

(22,356 posts)
2. What I would like to see the Guard do
Sun Jan 25, 2026, 04:38 PM
Jan 25

when standing between the protestors and the Feds is to link arms, facing the Feds.
It would fulfill their mission to protect Federal property yet demonstrate which side is the actual threat.

TomSlick

(12,937 posts)
5. An interesting plan. It would prove the NG is there to protect the public.
Sun Jan 25, 2026, 04:54 PM
Jan 25

However, it would require exceptional courage on the part of the Guardsmen. They would certainly be hit with tear gas, pepper bombs, etc. They could be assaulted by the ICE/CBP thugs.

I have no reason to believe that more concern would be shown for NG soldiers than has been shown for civilians.

PatSeg

(52,553 posts)
13. At least the National Guard are professional
Sun Jan 25, 2026, 05:46 PM
Jan 25

and well trained actual soldiers. Also, they're not getting huge sign-on bonuses or bonuses for each person detained.

TomSlick

(12,937 posts)
15. Unquestionably true. They are soldiers not thugs.
Sun Jan 25, 2026, 05:49 PM
Jan 25

I am curious what instructions they have been given if they see ICE/CBP thugs abusing citizens.

PatSeg

(52,553 posts)
19. ICE/CBP has hired unqualified people,
Sun Jan 25, 2026, 05:55 PM
Jan 25

many who couldn't pass basic literacy tests or fitness examinations. They certainly don't qualify as soldiers outside of a Call of Duty video game.

Oh yes, I'd love to know what their instructions were as well.

TomSlick

(12,937 posts)
21. The ICE/CBP thugs a eminently qualified for their task of terrorizing the US public.
Sun Jan 25, 2026, 05:59 PM
Jan 25

They are soulless ghouls that prey upon the terror and pain of others.

PatSeg

(52,553 posts)
22. I agree
Sun Jan 25, 2026, 06:05 PM
Jan 25

They are exactly what DHS wanted. I wonder if they were given psych evaluations and if so, what questions were asked.

Beartracks

(14,456 posts)
29. I thought about COD, too. Seems to be about the level of fantasy experience required...
Sun Jan 25, 2026, 07:01 PM
Jan 25

... to do what they do. "A huge signing bonus to cosplay in the real world with real gunz?? Fuck yeah, where do I sign up??"

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PatSeg

(52,553 posts)
14. And for them to know
Sun Jan 25, 2026, 05:49 PM
Jan 25

that not everyone in uniform is a sadistic thug. We need soldiers and law enforcement that we can trust.

Response to red dog 1 (Original post)

Cha

(317,702 posts)
34. Not sure why anyone "welcomes" it
Sun Jan 25, 2026, 07:22 PM
Jan 25

to DU. I see that a lot. Guess I'm just not that polite when it comes to trolls.

TY!

PatSeg

(52,553 posts)
42. I thought the comment was a bit suspect
Sun Jan 25, 2026, 09:22 PM
Jan 25

but I had no idea they were a known troll. I said "Welcome to DU" to let them know I realized they were new.

Cha

(317,702 posts)
44. Right... they don't "last long".
Sun Jan 25, 2026, 09:37 PM
Jan 25

because We have a MIRT.. which stands for Malicious Intruder Removal Team.

They don't stand a chance trolling on DU.

PatSeg

(52,553 posts)
52. Yeah, I meant that sarcastically
Mon Jan 26, 2026, 03:51 PM
Jan 26

I really don't understand such people.

Good to know the system works though!

leftstreet

(39,509 posts)
18. I'd rather see the protestors handing out goodies
Sun Jan 25, 2026, 05:53 PM
Jan 25

Throw the NG off, the way this "kindness" from the NG will do the same to the protestors

There are possibly people in those crowds who got the shit beat out of them by NG during George Floyd protests

tavernier

(14,368 posts)
36. I'm so proud of Minnesota.
Sun Jan 25, 2026, 07:26 PM
Jan 25

They are all people of substance, from the average citizens to their leaders, to their national guard. All of these people want to take positive steps to healing and unity. Maybe they can change some minds.

And good for whoever made the call to distribute donuts and coffee and hot chocolate. I’m thinking this sounds like a Walz idea.

Torchlight

(6,514 posts)
49. Simply opening fire on ICE seems shortsighted at best
Mon Jan 26, 2026, 11:21 AM
Jan 26

I suppose we all have our own measure of what waste is and is not.

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