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Here’s what the City is doing so far:
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Suing the federal government: The lawsuit, filed with the State of Minnesota and City of St. Paul, aims to restore order, accountability, and basic constitutional protections.
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Standing by City policy: The Mayor and City leaders have clearly stated that Minneapolis will not take part in civil immigration enforcement.
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Protecting City spaces: ICE is not allowed inside City buildings without a judicial warrant.
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Guiding City staff: City employees and first responders receive ongoing training on how to respond if ICE activity is reported, and how to protect residents’ rights and safety.
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Working with partners: The City is tracking reports of ICE activity and working with community groups to share accurate information and resources.
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Keeping residents informed: We are sharing regular updates so residents know their rights and where to get help.
Resources for residents:
We encourage you to review the City’s federal response page. It includes verified information about resident rights and trusted resources.
Also on that page, under “Get help” you will find resources for legal help, shelter, healthcare and food assistance.
If you or someone you know encounters ICE activity:
- You have the right to remain silent.
- You can ask to see a warrant signed by a judge.
- You do not have to open your door without a valid judicial warrant.
- Write down what you see if it is safe to do so and connect with trusted legal or community organizations listed on the City’s website.
As a reminder, under Minnesota law and City policy, Minneapolis employees, including police, do not assist ICE with civil immigration enforcement. City staff do not ask about immigration status, do not detain people for ICE, and do not provide access to City facilities without a valid judicial warrant.
On Jan. 14, the judge assigned to our lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security asked for additional briefings by both parties next week. That will be followed by a hearing. We are asking the judge to end the dangerous surge of federal immigration enforcement in our city. A decision has not been made yet on our request.
The lawsuit is about:
- Safeguarding the State’s and Cities’ ability to protect their communities’ well-being
- Accountability
- Basic constitutional protections that the federal government is ignoring
Learn more
Find more updates on the City website.
Increased federal immigration enforcement activities in our city are disrupting daily life. Some people are afraid to go to work, school or the grocery store.
We created a Virtual Resource Center for community members to find partner resources for food, housing and mental health support.
- Visit the Virtual Resource Center to find information including:
- Rent and eviction assistance
- Mental health resources
- Domestic violence resources
Download a resource flyer to post or share with your networks.
Members of the Minneapolis City Council held a news conference in City Hall Jan. 14 to denounce the federal government’s brutal immigration enforcement activities.
State and county elected officials and an impacted community member joined the City Council in denouncing ICE’s inhumane tactics.
They expressed support for community resistance, shared their own experiences. They are encouraged continued support for neighbors and announced plans to begin sharing regular video updates via official City Council channels.
Watch the full news conference or a highlight reel with speakers.
Amid ICE’s divisive presence in our neighborhoods, we’ve heard reports of threats of violence against schools and community organizations. Call 911 immediately if you hear about or receive a threat involving schools, students, or community groups. Reporting threats right away helps keep everyone safe. If you have questions about your child’s school safety plan, contact your school’s administration.
Call 911 immediately if you:
- Receive a threat about violence directed toward a school or a student, or a threat on school grounds.
- See a threat on social media directed at a school.
- Receive threatening calls or emails sent to a nonprofit or community organization.
Everyone has constitutional protections — regardless of immigration status.
Before opening your door to ICE, know your rights, as recommended by the Immigrant Law Center. Remember to assert them calmly and safely.
The Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota suggests the following if federal immigration agents come to your home.
- ICE needs a judge-signed warrant with your name and address to enter.
- You can ask them to show you the warrant through the window or under the door.
- If there is no valid warrant, you have the right to keep your door closed.
Find more know-your-rights resources on the City website in:
With multiple federal agencies in town, you should be familiar with the unforms worn by City of Minneapolis employees.
Nobody in a City uniform will ever ask for your immigration status or participate with any federal immigration enforcement activity. Our officers do not wear masks to hide their identity.
We work for and with our community, not against it.
Here’s what they look like – from police to animal control. See Minneapolis employee uniforms and badges.
Elliott Payne was re-elected in 2025 to represent Ward 1
Elliott serves on the President of the Minneapolis City Council, Chair of the Audit Committee, member of the Public Health & Safety Committee, Budget Committee, Intergovernmental Relations Committee, and Committee of the Whole.
Contact the Ward 1 Council Office
Elliott Payne, Council Member - elliott.payne@minneapolismn.gov
Brandon Garcia, Policy Aide - brandon.garcia@minneapolismn.gov
Ikram Mohamud, Policy Associate - Ikram.Mohamud@minneapolismn.gov
Liam Davis Temple, Policy Aide - liam.davistemple@minneapolismn.gov
Office Phone - (612) 673-2201
Visit: minneapolismn.gov/ward1
Our offices have officially moved back to City Hall! You can visit us at
City Hall
350 S. Fifth St., Room 370
Minneapolis, MN 55415
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