A dramatic pre-dawn raid in Minneapolis unfolded as heavily armed federal agents apprehended Kyle Wagner, a 37-year-old self-described “Antifa General.” Wagner had been issuing increasingly volatile calls online, urging followers to take up arms against federal law enforcement officers.
His online rhetoric escalated into explicit threats, demanding his followers “hunt,” “cripple,” and “prosecute at the barrel of a gun” agents with ICE and CBP. These weren’t abstract pronouncements; Wagner allegedly targeted a pro-ICE supporter with doxxing, publicly revealing their personal information and inciting potential harm.
Newly surfaced footage reveals a shocking moment during the arrest: Wagner appears to deliberately spit at a federal agent. This brazen act of defiance could lead to additional charges of assault on a federal officer, potentially adding years to his already substantial legal exposure.
The agents, forced to breach a window to gain entry to the apartment building, spent approximately an hour on the scene. They were met with a vocal protest, with individuals yelling at them as they secured their exit route, highlighting the intense emotions surrounding the arrest.
Wagner’s behavior during the arrest wasn’t limited to the physical act of spitting. Reports indicate he was visibly distraught, even crying, as he was led away in handcuffs, a stark contrast to the aggressive persona he projected online.
Adding another layer of complexity, Minneapolis City Council Member Aisha Chughtai publicly mischaracterized the situation, claiming “ICE agents broke down an apartment building’s door” to arrest “a woman that was our neighbor.” She further asserted there was no arrest warrant, a claim quickly proven false.
The arrest warrant, issued on February 3rd, details a litany of federal crimes, including cyberstalking, interstate threats, and conspiracy to impede or injure a federal officer. Authorities allege Wagner actively conspired to threaten and potentially kill ICE officers.
Prior to his role as a prominent online figure, Wagner was a vocal advocate for cross-dressing activism and spoke out against “toxic masculinity.” This past adds a peculiar dimension to the case, sparking further discussion and scrutiny.
The Department of Homeland Security released a statement confirming Wagner’s arrest, labeling him a “self-identified Antifa domestic terrorist.” They emphasized that threats against law enforcement will be met with swift and decisive justice, signaling a firm stance against such actions.
Wagner made his initial court appearance and remains in custody, facing a potential sentence of up to 26 years if convicted on all charges. The case continues to unfold, raising critical questions about online extremism and the boundaries of free speech.
