How ICE’s presence is affecting child care in Minnesota

MPR News with Angela Davis · Mar 2, 2026 · 46m

Increased federal immigration agents in parts of Minnesota has had ripple effects that are affecting child care.

Some child care centers are reporting drops in attendance as families keep children home out of fear. And, staff members are strained as they worry about their own safety.

MPR News host Angela Davis is joined by early childhood education reporter Kyra Miles to talk about how the increase of federal immigration agents is affecting the child care industry and children, families and child care workers.

Guests:

Kimberli Benhoff is the program director of Rise Early Learning Center in…