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‘The damage was already done’: Minnesota immigrant families struggle after ICE deportations

‘The damage was already done’: Minnesota immigrant families struggle after ICE deportations

The most recent data shows that about half of the 3,700 immigrants detained by federal agents during the ICE surge have been deported. Many detainees left behind families that depended on them, who are now asking themselves whether they can safely stay, or even safely leave.
by Jon Collins

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ICE is giving local police big money to help with immigration enforcement

ICE is giving local police big money to help with immigration enforcement

The federal government is offering local law enforcement incentives to join a program that gives their officers authority to make immigration arrests. Police leaders say the funds, which include money for salaries, equipment and vehicles, are enticing.
by Meg Anderson

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Legislative deadline nears; pardons board grants emergency relief to man facing deportation

The Legislature has two more weeks to complete its session work, and Capitol leaders are still in search of agreements on key issues. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Board of Pardons held an emergency meeting Monday to grant clemency to a man facing deportation to Laos because of a past conviction.
by Emily Reese

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Minnesota grants pardon to man facing imminent deportation after ICE arrest

Minnesota grants pardon to man facing imminent deportation after ICE arrest

Gov. Tim Walz, Minnesota Supreme Court Chief Justice Natalie Hudson and Attorney General Keith Ellison held an emergency meeting Monday to consider clemency for At “Ricky” Chandee, who was scheduled to be deported early this week.
by Alanna Elder

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Photos: Minneapolis May Day rally and march

Photos: Minneapolis May Day rally and march

A May Day rally and march in Minneapolis comes as labor and immigrant rights groups say fear and disruption from recent enforcement actions are shaping how people show up this year.
by Regina Medina and MPR News Staff

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Pardons emerge as last resort for some immigrants facing deportation

Pardons emerge as last resort for some immigrants facing deportation

Several immigrants in Minnesota are asking the state Friday to pardon criminal convictions that could result in their deportation. Legal experts say for those who lost permanent status due to a conviction, a pardon could be the only way to get that status back.
by Alanna Elder

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In the wake of ICE surge, May Day organizers in Minneapolis say stakes are higher this year

In the wake of ICE surge, May Day organizers in Minneapolis say stakes are higher this year

International Workers’ Day is a global movement for labor organizing, protest and solidarity. Organizers in Minneapolis say this year’s observation has special meaning after workers — particularly immigrant workers — bore the brunt of a surge of federal agents this winter.
by Sarah Thamer

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For some in St. Cloud’s Somali community, stress from ICE surge strained mental health

For some in St. Cloud’s Somali community, stress from ICE surge strained mental health

ICE agents arresting and detaining immigrants in St. Cloud earlier this year brought intense fear and anxiety to the Somali community that lasted for months. Some are still feeling the effects.
by Kirsti Marohn

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What's next for DEI? How to make workplaces more inclusive of everyone

What's next for DEI? How to make workplaces more inclusive of everyone

What’s next for DEI? MPR News host Angela Davis talks with her guests about how diversity, equity and inclusion efforts are evolving and what it takes to create workplaces that work for everyone.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Somali Day at the State Capitol comes after a challenging several months for community

Somali Day at the State Capitol comes after a challenging several months for community

Organizers of the event say less people showed up this year due to lingering fears from “Operation Metro Surge.” The event was an opportunity for the Somali community to come together and advocate for support from lawmakers.
by Nina Moini and Ngoc Bui

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