Minneapolis Mayor Rejects Federal Immigration Enforcement Targeting Somali Community

Minneapolis Mayor's Stance on Somali Community

• Minneapolis Mayor strongly rejects comments from Donald Trump, stating he is "wrong" and that the city "wants them here."
• 🎯 The mayor emphasizes that Somali people have been an extraordinary benefit to the city for a long time.
• 🤝 The city's values and commitment to the Somali community, and all immigrant communities, are "rock solid and will be unwavering."

Law Enforcement and Immigration Policy

• 👮‍♀️ The mayor states that Minneapolis police, many of whom are Somali, are trusted partners and will not collaborate with federal agencies on immigration enforcement.
• 🚫 City staff and law enforcement will not inquire about immigration status.
• ⚠️ The mayor criticizes the idea of federal agents creating fear based on appearance or origin, calling it the "last thing" the city needs.

Community and Federal Actions

• 🌍 The mayor asserts that federal agents coming to town to create chaos and turn people against each other is unnecessary and harmful.
• 👥 There are over 80,000 Somali people in Minnesota, with the vast majority being documented and citizens.