Minnesota Now: Feb. 5, 2026
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Border Czar Tom Homan said more agents will leave if county jails cooperate. We heard from Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt who said she is doing her part. Plus, hear what Minnesotans think about the announcement of 700 ICE agents leaving the state.
The Minneapolis City Council is voting on whether the city will support funding rental assistance for people whose income has been hurt by ICE presence in the state. We get more on that.
A Somali American artist will share her perspective on making art during this tumultuous time in Minnesota. And our sports contributors are back — with a Minnesota perspective on the upcoming Winter Olympics and the Super Bowl.
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