politics
February 5, 2026
The Minneapolis tech community holds strong during 'tense and difficult time'
Founders and investors in the Minneapolis tech industry told TechCrunch they've put much of their work on hold to help out their community.
TL;DR
- ICE raids in Minneapolis have caused significant disruption to the local tech industry.
- Founders and investors are shifting focus from work to community organizing and mutual aid.
- Fear and anxiety are prevalent, with individuals taking precautions like carrying passports.
- ICE operations are described as intrusive, with agents seen in public areas and around homes.
- Grassroots efforts are providing support, such as food delivery and childcare.
- There is criticism of large corporations for their vague or insufficient responses to the immigration enforcement.
- Some executives expressed concerns about backlash from the Trump administration or felt speaking out was not relevant to business.
- The immigration surge is part of President Trump's campaign promise to curb illegal immigration.
- ICE agents have made thousands of arrests in Minnesota since President Trump took office.
- H-1B visa holders have reported being followed by immigration officials.
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