Editors note: The quotes from Council Members depicted below were all from emails sent to constituents from their official City email accounts this week. It is a reckless, ideological suicide pact that would leave Minneapolis legally isolated, fiscally bankrupt, and physically less safe. The “Funding” FallacyThe Council’s demand to “halt federal funding” is a classic example of cutting off one’s nose to spite one’s face. In 2026, Minneapolis is already struggling with a police staffing crisis and a $2 billion budget under immense strain. The City Council must reject this resolution.

Source: New York Times February 14, 2026 01:41 UTC