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MPR: ‘ICE is here!’ Refugee family with legal status unsettled by early morning arrest
Jan 21, 2026
MPR News | Just after sunrise, as the smell of breakfast filled a home in Minneapolis, A.J. — who spoke to MPR News through a Spanish-language translator and asked that only her initials be used — stepped outside to take out the trash. Several unmarked cars were parked along the street in front of her house.
Star Tribune: Minnesota refugees with legal status being detained in sweeping operation
Jan 21, 2026
Star Tribune | A federal operation launched on Jan. 9 focuses on refugees while a concurrent effort is detaining people who entered the country illegally. Both target Minnesota.
Spanish NPR | El pasado 7 de enero, un agente del Servicio de Control de Inmigración y Aduanas mató a tiros en el interior de su coche a Renee Nicole Good, ciudadana estadounidense de 37 años y madre de 3 hijos. Desde ese día, Minneapolis ha sido epicentro de protestas contra la presencia de la ICE, la “quinta columna” de Donald Trump en su campaña represiva contra la inmigración en Estados Unidos.
Pioneer Press: 5,600 Green Card applicants in Minnesota targeted through Operation PARRIS
Jan 20, 2026
Pioneer Press | 5,600 Green Card applicants in Minnesota are being targeted through Operation PARRIS as the Department of Homeland Security ‘reexamines’ their refugee status. Pioneer Press spoke with Jane Graupman, the Institute’s Executive Director, on the impact this is having on refugees in Minnesota.
If you or a family member is detained by ICE, contact an attorney immediately. If you have questions about your immigration status, you should only talk to a qualified attorney or accredited representative.
The International Institute of Minnesota has learned that refugees who arrived within the past three years are being targeted by ICE with the launch of the Department of Homeland Security’s Operation PARRIS (Post-Admission Refugee Reverification and Integrity Strengthening). It’s important for refugees to be aware, informed, and prepared in case ICE were to show up unannounced due to this operation. We have resources for refugees and immigrants on knowing your rights and essential steps to take to protect you and your family.
Washington Post: They arrived as refugees but are now detained in Trump’s Minneapolis crackdown
Jan 15, 2026
Washington Post | Lawyers and immigrant advocates say dozens of legal immigrants who arrived as vetted refugees and have protections from deportation have been detained in Minnesota. Washington Post spoke with Jane Graupman, the Institute’s Executive Director.
MPR News: Resettlement agency head says new Homeland Security operation ‘terrifying’ refugee families
Jan 14, 2026
MPR News | Minnesota has become the launch point for a new federal immigration enforcement initiative that refugee advocates say is already having a profound and alarming impact on families across the state. MPR News spoke with Jane Graupman, the Institute’s Executive Director.
It is crucial during these difficult and uncertain times for immigrants and refugees to have a plan in place for you and your family. The four steps listed will help you get started.
