Rebel Loon Tattoos Raise Funds for Immigrant Rights (Full Transcript)

A Minnesota-Star Wars “rebel loon” symbol spreads among anti-ICE protesters, inspiring tattoos and raising nearly $6,300 for immigrant rights.

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[00:00:00] Speaker 1: This mashup of the Minnesota state bird and a Star Wars symbol has become a calling card for anti-ICE protesters, so much so they're getting it tattooed on their bodies.

[00:00:09] Speaker 2: I was having a very emotional day that day and decided that I needed to do something to mark the moment.

[00:00:17] Speaker 1: The rebel loon blends the outline of the bird with the emblem of the Rebel Alliance. The creator posted it online for people to download and customize for free.

[00:00:25] Speaker 3: Oh my god, like this is iconic. This is so inspiring. I got chills the first time I saw it.

[00:00:30] Speaker 1: The owner of Gothic Night Tattoo Shop decided to offer the body art for $50 and she says more than 150 people showed up. They ended up donating nearly $6,300 to the Minnesota Immigrant Rights Action Committee, but they say this form of expression isn't just about following a trend.

[00:00:47] Speaker 4: Realistically, you don't commit to putting something on your skin forever if it's just to cosplay.

Summary

A Minnesota-themed Star Wars-inspired symbol—the “rebel loon,” combining the state bird’s outline with the Rebel Alliance emblem—has become a recognizable icon among anti-ICE protesters. Shared online for free customization, it has also been adopted as tattoo art; one shop offered $50 tattoos, drew over 150 people, and raised nearly $6,300 for the Minnesota Immigrant Rights Action Committee. Participants describe the symbol as emotionally resonant and more than a passing trend.

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The “Rebel Loon” Tattoo Becomes an Anti-ICE Protest Symbol

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Key Takeaways

A Minnesota-Star Wars mashup symbol (“rebel loon”) has become a calling card for anti-ICE protesters.
The creator made the design freely downloadable and customizable, helping it spread.
A tattoo shop offered the design for $50, drawing 150+ people.
The event raised nearly $6,300 for the Minnesota Immigrant Rights Action Committee.
Supporters view the tattoos as a lasting statement of identity and solidarity, not mere cosplay or trend-following.

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Positive: The tone is inspired and emotionally affirming, emphasizing solidarity, inspiration, and successful fundraising for immigrant rights while portraying the symbol as meaningful rather than performative.

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