UPDATE: My brother has been arrested by ICE in Minneapolis...

[MiHale]

He is an independent videographer journalist…just covering the truth.

Adding this…
I’m getting this from his Facebook page which, of course, he is not updating. I still am having no luck contacting him.

UPDATE: My brother is home…feds took his phone…I figured…one reason why I couldn’t call or text.
His neighbors fixed the door ICE busted when they forced their way in…also fed both my brother and his wife.
He said that having a gun held to you and all the yelling is an experience that will change him forever.
He has never in his life ever even held a gun.

[yardwork]

1. Oh no.

[ms liberty]

2. K&R

[SheltieLover]

3. Fuckers!

Xpost to MN group?

[bigtree]

4. sorry to hear this

...hope he'll be okay.

Is there enough visibility of his arrest in the press?

[LuckyCharms]

5. Oh no...I'm so sorry.

[VTderry]

6. Awful. This needs more attention.

I will be hoping fir a good outcome for him and all the others impacted by this perversion of justice.

[MadameButterfly]

63. This is why we need DU

There is so much the media can't or won't cover
(especially if they are being arrested)

[JohnnyLib2]

7. Damn!

Following this

[Clouds Passing]

8. Prayers for your brother's safety and release 🙏🏼

[MiHale]

28. Thx..

[orangecrush]

9. Kick

[mysteryowl]

10. So you know who to contact to find him?

[MiHale]

27. Sent emails and messages to a family member there...

🤞

[democrank]

11. Sorry to hear this.

Hope he’s okay. We’re here for you.

[multigraincracker]

12. That's crazy and this shit has to end.

Let us know how we can help

✌️

[MiHale]

29. Thanks mgc...

Just waiting now…

[multigraincracker]

13. Might try this as he is a reporter

ACLU
125 Broadcast Street, 18th floor
New York, NY. 10004
212-549 2500

[Ocelot II]

53. ACLU doesn't handle individual cases but the National Lawyers Guild might.

https://nlgmn.org/about-2/

[leftstreet]

14. Holy crap!

Keep us posted

[ShazamIam]

15. Oh, that is frightening and I hope he is not being abused. It looks like the same protest Don Lemon was arrested from.

[Figarosmom]

16. Because of the church protest

Or just for being on the street? That's really awful.

[MiHale]

32. He's been videoing at various locations...

I’m really surprised they found him, can’t say more.

[highplainsdem]

17. I'm so sorry. Damn ICE.

[SergeStorms]

18. In all likelihood....

everything will work out for him. Trump's Gestapo just wants to make their jackbooted point.

Do what you can, don't worry. Worry is counterproductive for everyone involved.

Your DU family is always in your, and your family's, corner. Be strong.

[jmbar2]

19. I can't imagine how scary this is for family members of the abducted

It takes so much courage to engage in journalism that documents resistance. It is not a crime, but a moral calling. He is a hero for doing so. Now, let's get him home ASAP.

[Initech]

20. Fuck ICE!

[2naSalit]

21. Hope he gets free of them soon!

And that he's in good shape also. I worry about how people are treated in those fucking places.

[MiHale]

33. He is kinda used to police confrontation...

Been an activist since birth. He know how to be non-violent.

[2naSalit]

40. Good to know...

Still,hope he gets free soon!

[chia]

51. Good on him, hoping things resolve quickly in his favor ❤️

[LoisB]

22. Oh my heavens! I hope he is ok and is released soon. I detest these bastards.

[pandr32]

23. I am so sorry.

This is insane shit that has no place in our country. We have turned a very dark page to an even darker one.
Please keep us updated and hugs to you.

[Greybnk48]

24. We were just in Minneapolis last Friday and Saturday.

I know you're scared. It's very scary! Your brother is a hero in the true sense of the word.

While there on business, we visited Renee Good and Alex Pretti's memorial sites. There were videographer's at both sites, it seemed like they were there at all times, probably doing shifts. The experience of being there was deeply moving and very emotional for me and other family members in our car. We were all crying. Very shocking after seeing it on TV many times.

As we left the area, there was a very large protest marching toward us. There were people dressed in black with neon yellow vests, red hats, some with helmets. I wigged because at first I thought they were ICE and I was scared. They were actually trained observers with whistles, and they were fearlessly and aggressively blocking traffic, surrounding and protecting the marching protesters. We all yelled thank yous out of the windows as much as we could, and they directed us and other cars where to turn off so the marchers could continue forward down to the site of Alex Pretti's murder (we think).

I have been to and witnessed more protests than I can remember (since the 60's and Vietnam). This hit me and the rest of us differently than any other. This was all aged people protesting and expressing outrage at the murders of innocent neighbors. Everyday people defending their drop dead beautiful city from lawless, vicious thugs.
There were "Fuck ICE" and "ICE OUT" signs everywhere in town. On lawns, under stop signs, on businesses.
I'm in awe of your brother and the people of Minneapolis.

[Ocelot II]

34. I was in that march. Protest events, large and small, happen every day here.

We are all watching the prosecution of the church protestors and journalists. There are ongoing protests at the federal court building in St. Paul. It's outrageous!
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DVR7AEFgTD0/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

[wnylib]

52. I was off of the Internet and DU for a few months.

Needed a breather. But I kept up with news events through NPR. Re-read some books, both fiction and non fiction, about fascism. The parallels to the US today were scary.

As soon as I heard the first news about Minneapolis, I thought about you since you are the only person I know of in Minnesota. I am so in awe of the people there and their courage and values. Minneapolis is an example for the rest of us to follow.

A big thank you to Minnesotans for being a light in darkness.

[aggiesal]

25. Let's call them what they really are: ICEstapo !!! n/t

[Jilly_in_VA]

26. Gestapo or Brownshirts.

No made up names or beating around the bush.

[aggiesal]

30. Both are German references. ICEstapo is uniquely American. n/t

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[Jilly_in_VA]

44. But their tactics are not

Therefore, Gestapo or Brownshirts are just fine.

[calimary]

31. Good one.

How soon can we ICE-STOP-‘em?

[aggiesal]

35. November 2026 n/t

[calimary]

41. Hell, I'm there right NOW!

[aggiesal]

42. So am I. But reality kicks in. n/t

[mvd]

36. Horrible

Keep us updated. Fuck ICE! I normally don’t like to use the F word but ICE and Trump are exceptions.

[Joinfortmill]

45. Lately 'fuck' is every other word out of this old gal's mouth.

[Fil1957]

37. If we can't stop this madness, they'll be coming for us.

[Martin68]

38. I hope he's ok. He's doing good work.

[Dunc]

39. Those assholes.

D.M. If I can help in anyway.

[Joinfortmill]

43. I'm so sorry this happened. Very scary. This old agnostic prayed for him.

[mwmisses4289]

46. Sending vibes that he will be released soon.

[malaise]

47. WTF!

Hope he’s OK

[Grim Chieftain]

48. There are no words...

I am keeping you, your brother and your family in my thoughts and sending good wishes your way. I cannot believe this is happening in our country. i am so very, very sorry.

[chia]

49. Terrible news. I'm so sorry.

[wendyb-NC]

50. What a nightmare

I'm sorry to hear that. Please keep us posted. Does he have a lawyer?

[Evolve Dammit]

54. Secret police HATE anyone recording/ filming any kind of accountability. Fascist fucks. Hope he is OK and out soon.

[Cha]

55. Hoping the Very Best For Your Brother's

Release from ICE custody, McHale. 💔☮️🌺🌻🕯️🕊️💜🍀

[3Hotdogs]

56. Hope for jury nullification.

[Ocelot II]

61. I'm betting it will be dismissed before it gets that far.

[3Hotdogs]

62. I'm not sure. Under any other circumstance, would a disruption of a public event be tolerated?

Especially a church service.

I go back to the case of American Nazi, George Lincoln Rockwell. His group was allowed to demonstrate, uninterrupted.

[cally]

57. This is terrifying!!

I’m glad he is back home and that neighbors are helping in. I worry about all the journalists and court watchers. Anyone telling the truth is in danger.

[Cha]

58. Thank Goodness your brother is HOME!

💔☮️🌺🌻🕯️🕊️💜

[chia]

59. VERY glad to hear your brother is home! I hope he had his phone well safeguarded.

Please thank him for bearing witness to history.

[DemocracyForever]

60. Brother's arrest was blatantly unconstitutional!

I hope your brother can find a way to sue for damages. Maybe the ACLU can help?