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Rep. Katie Jones

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Minnesota State Representative in District 61a Serving Minneapolis from Downtown to Cedar Lake, Uptown to Harrison.

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We all deserve the freedom to feel and be safe in our communities.

This isn't about politics - it's about people.

I hope my colleagues on the other side of the aisle will find the courage to do the right thing.

Listen to Harper Moyski's mom, Jackie.

25.02.2026 15:48 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Did you know over 40% (!) of Minnesota’s two-year college students reported experiencing food insecurity? Grateful for the work our constituents with LEAD Minnesota are doing to address hunger on college campuses.

24.02.2026 18:02 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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In Minnesota, we take care of each other.

The love our neighbors have shown for each other during the unconstitutional action of the federal government is a model for the country to follow.

Our bills to hold ICE accountable are rooted in that love and care.

23.02.2026 21:12 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Minnesotans deserve comprehensive, quality health care.
Glad to meet w/ Minneapolis Ophthalmologists from our district to discuss state solutions to critical funding cuts causing clinic closures. Increased patient demand & the impact of immigration policies are significantly limiting access to care.

23.02.2026 18:48 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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18.02.2026 17:09 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Speaker Hortman’s legacy is one of visionary leadership & lasting change. She worked tirelessly to make Minnesota a better state for everyone. Her love for MN, community, & her family ran deep. Her presence will be missed. Let's keep working together to carry on Melissa's legacy. #LFG. #mnleg

18.02.2026 17:06 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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17.02.2026 17:13 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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DFL legislators: Here’s what we can do to hold ICE accountable We intend to establish a right for Minnesotans to sue for civil and monetary damages for constitutional violations, several state legislators write.

ICE actions continue to be dangerous and unconstitutional, violating free speech and civil rights.

Read my op ed with @SenatorChampion and @OmarFatehMN on our plan to let Minnesotans sue for civil damages when their rights are violated.

www.startribune.com/minnesota-ic...

22.01.2026 16:09 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

There is no doubt that Minnesotans are helpers.

Make sure you’re protected when you give or set up donation campaigns πŸ‘‡

23.01.2026 11:43 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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ICE agents are trampling on the civil and constitutional rights of Minnesotans every day. Enough is enough.

DFL Rep. Jamie Long just announced that he’s authoring legislation that would establish a right for Minnesotans to sue federal officers for constitutional rights violations.

22.01.2026 20:45 β€” πŸ‘ 39    πŸ” 13    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Inside Minnesota Hospitals, ICE Agents Unnerve Staff As federal agents swarm the Twin Cities, their presence has also grown in medical centers. Health care workers are pushing back.

Last week, a constituent contacted me about a patient at HCMC w/ ICE presence in private care spaces. I got there at midnight, talked to staff, & learned ICE had no judicial warrant yet would not leave. HCMC staff could not compel them to go. This is unacceptable. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/19/u...

19.01.2026 23:29 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Local Leaders Standing Up Inter-governmental community updates and resources from local and state officials. Live Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 12:00 p.m.

The Minneapolis Legislative Delegation, City of Minneapolis, Hennepin County, & Minneapolis Public Schools will hold regular intergovernmental briefings regarding ICE in our city. The next one will be 1/21 at noon. Subscribe to this channel to stay up-to-date:
www.youtube.com/@metroiceout...

19.01.2026 22:45 β€” πŸ‘ 21    πŸ” 10    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Attendance drops at Minnesota schools as federal immigration enforcement intensifies anxieties More Twin Cities schools are offering online learning as worry rises over the surge in ICE activity, especially after a parent was detained at their child’s schoolbus stop Wednesday in Crystal.

MN kids' education is being disrupted across the state b/c of Operation Metro Surge.

This is not inevitable. It's the result of a policy choice from the Trump's admin.

ICE needs to leave. We deserve better for our kids & communities.

www.startribune.com/attendance-d...

16.01.2026 23:29 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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ICE is making Minnesota less safe, and Minnesotans have had enough.

The greatest power is with the people. Raise your voice to demand an end to the ICE surge. www.facebook.com/events/s/ice...

16.01.2026 16:30 β€” πŸ‘ 36    πŸ” 11    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Federal Action Reporting Form This form is for reporting incidents or effects related to or caused by federal actions in Minnesota, such as business closures, reduced healthcare access, or use of physical force.

Report federal actions that have impacted you, including:

- racial profiling
- excessive force
- retaliation against protestors, observers, & media
- business closures
- reduced healthcare or education access
- federal funding cuts
- safety or civil liberty matters

ag.state.mn.us/Federal-Acti...

15.01.2026 19:59 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 9    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Tell me how these are not the words of a wannabe Gestapo.

Truth: America is a country of laws and no one has full immunity from accountability.

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ICE needs to leave Minneapolis NOW.

07.01.2026 20:27 β€” πŸ‘ 14    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Building Resilience in District 61A - Hill & Lake Press Rep. Katie Jones reflects on the 2025 legislative session, community resilience and priorities ahead for Minnesota House District 61A.

We're building a more resilient Minneapolis together. Check out my latest column outlining legislative accomplishments, challenges, and priorities for House District 61A.

hillandlakepress.org/building-res...

05.01.2026 23:17 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Trump spreading lies about Melissa Hortman’s assassination - just why? To what end? Other than to show how low he can go?

There is zero validity in what he’s peddling, and it’s unacceptable for any leader to hawk such BS.

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Opportunity to learn how to help keep community members safe:

Upstander Training in Minneapolis
1/7/2026 6pm
secure.ngpvan.com/4y0mmMpmn0uM...

Led by Unidos, Colectiva Bilingue, Hennepin Ave UMC, and CLPC

29.12.2025 15:02 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Minneapolis Public Housing Authority
Two properties and two very different stories of public housing in Minneapolis. #ad Minneapolis Public Housing Authority

MN is short over 100,000 homes, incl. affordable housing, dignified housing, & homes that a Minnesotan earning an average wage can rent/buy.

To solve this, we need multiple approaches:
-supply ⬆️
-public/social housing πŸ’°

Mpls shows a path. Now, let's go statewide.

www.youtube.com/shorts/gyZ-3...

19.12.2025 14:45 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Now more than ever is the time to get your sambusa or taco fix and support our immigrant-owned businesses!

Federal attacks on our immigrant community have instilled fear, reduced business traffic, and have put vibrant businesses at risk.

WE have power to help keep them afloat.

18.12.2025 14:28 β€” πŸ‘ 13    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This is extremely important

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Met Council members oversee Twin Cities transit, but rarely ride it In the last year, just half of those appointed to the Metropolitan Council have taken advantage of the free Metro Transit rides that come with their job.

Taking transit impacts one's leadership of it.

Just as we tour fire stations & water treatment plants, electeds should learn how transit works & FEELS in person. Otherwise it's hard to grasp what safety, the human connection, or a missed transfer means to riders.
www.startribune.com/metro-transi...

15.12.2025 16:18 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Dear neighbor,

This morning, ICE surrounded a construction site with Latino workers in this dangerously cold weather. One worker had to leave in an ambulance because they were forced to stay on the roof of the construction site as ICE attempted to kidnap them. 1/

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Donald Trump has brought his lawlessness to Minnesota, sending ICE agents here to divide and terrorize our communities.

But House DFLers will always stand with our neighbors.

We are Minnesotans. And Minnesotans have each other’s backs.

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US citizen and veteran detained by ICE: I’m here as a veteran, father, and ordinary person who believes in our country. I respect law enforcement, but I also believe accountability is the foundation for respect. I was arrested and detained by ICE agents.

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Faced with a housing crisis, this southern Minnesota city is saying yes to experimental builds Over the summer, the New Ulm City Council voted in favor of tiny homes, shed houses and zoning flexibility.

It’s great to see New Ulm expand its housing options, but with MN short over 100k homes, we cannot afford to wait for other cities to do the same.

It’s time for a regional approach: #YestoHomes legislation.

www.startribune.com/faced-with-a...

01.12.2025 14:52 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This 12 hour vigil of solidarity, prayer, & advocacy rallied people across the state in support of the 1000s of Minnesotans in supportive housing.

More action: AG Ellison has sued the Trump admin. for our nearly $50mil. Legislators & Gov Walz are engaged in finding stopgap funding.

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