Minneapolis council members opposing gun-crime grant over ‘illegal aliens’ language
Council Member Jason Chavez spoke passionately against applying for the $300,000 federal grant because of references to “criminal illegal aliens” in the government’s notice about the funding.
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Minneapolis council members said they will not apply for a $300,000 federal grant to reduce gun crime. They object because the grant notice uses the phrase 'criminal illegal aliens'. Council Member Jason Chavez said the language is offensive and wrong. The council wants the funding but without that wording.
Why it matters
This shows how word choice in government documents can affect local decisions on public safety. It also highlights the tension between immigration rhetoric and crime‑prevention funding.
- Why are council members opposing the grant?
- They oppose it because the grant notice calls some offenders 'criminal illegal aliens', which they find offensive.
- What is the amount of the grant?
- The grant is worth $300,000 from the federal government.
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Minneapolis council members opposing gun-crime grant over ‘illegal aliens’ language
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