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Minneapolis Businesses Unite to Support Families Amid ICE Crackdown

1/15/2026

Summary

Story summary

In Minneapolis, intensified ICE enforcement has spurred growing support for immigrant-owned businesses.
Local shops are organizing food drives and fundraising to aid families affected by the crackdown.
Wrecktangle Pizza has raised over $83,000 for impacted families.
Smitten Kitten and Moth Oddities are collecting donations for essentials.
The mayor has urged residents to support local businesses facing ICE-related challenges, amid heightened tensions after the shooting of Renee Good.

History

Historical Context

The Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965, signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson on October 3, abolished discriminatory national origin quotas that had favored European immigrants since the 1920s. This landmark legislation significantly increased immigration from Latin America and Asia, reshaping U.S. demographics and fostering diverse communities. Today, ongoing ICE enforcement in cities like Minneapolis highlights the challenges these communities continue to face.

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Story summary

In Minneapolis, intensified ICE enforcement has spurred growing support for immigrant-owned businesses.
Local shops are organizing food drives and fundraising to aid families affected by the crackdown.
Wrecktangle Pizza has raised over $83,000 for impacted families.
Smitten Kitten and Moth Oddities are collecting donations for essentials.
The mayor has urged residents to support local businesses facing ICE-related challenges, amid heightened tensions after the shooting of Renee Good.

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