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Immigration Crackdown Hits Worthington Businesses, Schools Struggle

2/14/2026

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In Worthington, Minnesota, surge in immigration enforcement under U.S. President Donald Trump has cut Los Partners Auto Sales' sales from 10–15 to three since January.
The immigrant population makes up about one in five residents, mostly from Latin America.
School attendance dropped by 20% due to fears of ICE presence.
Many local businesses report significant revenue losses.
Governor Tim Walz proposed $10 million in forgivable loans to aid affected businesses.

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Story summary

In Worthington, Minnesota, surge in immigration enforcement under U.S. President Donald Trump has cut Los Partners Auto Sales' sales from 10–15 to three since January.
The immigrant population makes up about one in five residents, mostly from Latin America.
School attendance dropped by 20% due to fears of ICE presence.
Many local businesses report significant revenue losses.
Governor Tim Walz proposed $10 million in forgivable loans to aid affected businesses.