Tensions over ICE flare at Greater Minnesota council meetings

Residents are pushing local governments for answers as ICE’s presence escalates across Minnesota

By: Brian Arola

Outlets: MinnPost

Published: January 15, 2026

Words: 1,429

Last Updated: 1 week, 5 days ago

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Jeers from crowds prompted the Mankato and Duluth city councils to pause meetings. St. Cloud’s council members dissected the merits of pro-immigrant and pro-law enforcement resolutions. And a St. Peter council member called for a special meeting for the first time in her career.

In each of these council chambers, public anxiety over Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s expanded presence in Greater Minnesota influenced recent proceedings.

In St. Cloud, council members considered ways …

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