Minneapolis musicians respond to violent immigration enforcement

WBUR

Published January 30, 2026 at 11:57 AM EST

In Minnesota, musicians have been turning their reactions to the immigration enforcement operation into music.

From Minnesota Public Radio, Jacob Aloi reports.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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