Stories & Perspectives Featuring LEDC, Community Voices, and Local Impact
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The New York Times — February 2, 2026
‘It’s Been Brutal’: Twin Cities Economy Suffers Under ICE Crackdown
Immigration raids have scared off customers and workers, a pattern repeated in other cities where federal officials have arrived in force.
Ampers — January 22, 2026
Impact of Statewide ICE Presence on Tribal Citizens and Small Businesses
LEDC’s Executive Director, Alma Flores, was featured on North Star Stories, a news program by Ampers, where she discusses how intensified ICE activity across Minnesota is impacting small businesses and local communities. In her interview, Flores explains:
- The growing presence of federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota
- How this climate is affecting everyday life for business owners and families
- The broader community response across the Twin Cities
(Alma’s segment begins around the 16-minute mark)
