Jacob Frey: Minneapolis out $200 million after Operation Metro Surge

Name: Jacob Frey: Minneapolis out $200 million after Operation Metro Surge
Uploaded: 2026-02-25T19:56:57Z
Description: Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testified Wednesday at the State Capitol that the city has lost more than $200 million due to Operation Metro Surge. The ICE presence in Minneapolis forced local businesses to close, residents were afraid to leave their homes for basic needs. Small businesses are losing $10-$20 million per week, and the city has spent $6 million in police overtime.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey testified Wednesday at the State Capitol that the city has lost more than $200 million due to Operation Metro Surge. The ICE presence in Minneapolis forced local businesses to close, residents were afraid to leave their homes for basic needs. Small businesses are losing $10-$20 million per week, and the city has spent $6 million in police overtime.

Posted February 25, 2026 1:56pm CST