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Minneapolis businesses struggle during Trump’s immigration enforcement surge
Minneapolis businesses report revenue declines up to 100% as protests following a federal agent shooting disrupt customer traffic and workforce availability, officials said.
- On January 20, 2026, Minneapolis businesses and restaurants reported significant financial losses amid clashes between anti-ICE agitators and federal agents in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
- President Donald Trump's administration carried out a massive immigration sweep that sparked protests and clashes with federal agents near the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building on Jan. 14 and Jan. 17, 2026.
- Adam Duininck, CEO of the Minneapolis Downtown Council, estimated South Minneapolis activity is down 80% to 100% and downtown Minneapolis is down around 50%, with nearly 20% of surveyed local businesses reporting lower employment.
- Several hotels that housed federal officers, including Hilton DoubleTree, IHG InterContinental, and Hilton Canopy, stopped accepting reservations or closed temporarily, while many employees have not been showing up to work.
- The State of Minnesota and the Twin Cities sued this month citing economic harm, while faith leaders and labor unions urged a planned Friday boycott and protests.
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Minneapolis businesses struggle during Trump's immigration enforcement surge
Business in Minnesota has taken a hit as President Donald Trump's administration carries out an immigration sweep that has spurred protests.
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Minneapolis businesses hammered as anti-ICE unrest continues: 'like the pandemic all over again'
A swath of businesses and restaurants in Minneapolis is taking a significant financial hit as clashes between anti-ICE agitators and federal agents continue, with some saying the situation feels like the COVID-19 pandemic all over again, according to a city official.The protests have driven away customers hoping to avoid the unrest, leading to reduced foot traffic, temporary closures and shortened business hours. They've also kept many employees…
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