Minneapolis Mayor Defiant After ICE Attack

Frey says Trump administration failed to break the city's spirit

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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In an emotional interview, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey recounted the devastating impact of an ICE attack on his city, but declared that the people of Minneapolis have emerged from the ordeal unbowed and unbent. Frey placed blame for the attack squarely on the Trump administration, saying the assault came directly from the top.

Why it matters

The ICE attack on Minneapolis highlighted the growing tensions between local governments and the federal immigration enforcement apparatus during the Trump presidency. Frey's defiant response underscores how some city leaders pushed back against the administration's hardline immigration policies.

The details

According to Frey, the ICE operation caused significant damage to homes and businesses in Minneapolis, with many residents living in fear. However, the mayor said the community responded with resilience, coming together to rebuild and support one another.

  • The ICE attack on Minneapolis occurred in early 2026.

The players

Jacob Frey

The mayor of Minneapolis who spoke out against the ICE attack on his city.

Donald Trump

The former U.S. president whose administration was blamed by Frey for orchestrating the ICE attack on Minneapolis.

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What they’re saying

“You failed to break us. You failed to divide us. And you failed to conquer us.”

— Jacob Frey, Mayor of Minneapolis (ground.news)

What’s next

Frey has vowed to continue fighting against federal overreach and to support his community's recovery from the ICE attack.

The takeaway

The resilience of Minneapolis in the face of the ICE attack serves as a powerful example of how local leaders can stand up to federal policies that threaten their communities.