"A lot of the old groups of 2020 came back up because of everything happening. That structure we had was really, really helpful. I wish we didn't have to have that in the first place, [but] it made Minnesota so organized because we already had a lot of those connections made."
"Neighbors shared ICE sightings and organized mutual aid for community members who could no longer safely work, grocery shop, go to school, or otherwise leave their homes. Our block was far from alone."
Following George Floyd's murder in 2020, South Minneapolis residents created neighborhood communication networks for safety and mutual support. These groups evolved into social channels but quickly returned to their original protective purpose when ICE enforcement intensified in January 2026. Neighbors coordinated to share ICE sightings and organized mutual aid for community members unable to safely work, shop, or attend school. Organizers with groups like Our Revolution and the Minnesota Immigrant Rights Action Committee noted that pre-existing community connections from 2020 enabled rapid, effective mobilization. This grassroots infrastructure proved essential for protecting vulnerable populations during the enforcement operations.
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