Donald Trump’s ICE crackdown in Minneapolis

Why Donald Trump is targeting Minneapolis, and what comes next for this small US city under siege from ICE.
Jan 28, 2026, updated Jan 28, 2026

Minneapolis has become the focal point of Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown, as he tries to round up and deport 10 million people from the United States. 

As the city’s residents have fought back against ICE’s often violent arrests, protests have intensified.

In just three weeks, two American citizens have been killed in Minneapolis by ICE agents, with many more injured. 

So why is Trump targeting Minneapolis? And what comes next for this small city under siege?

Today, journalist and radio host Jason DeRusha discusses the real reason for Trump’s retribution.

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Guest: Journalist and WCCO radio host, Jason DeRusha

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