Jason Chavez
@jchavezmpls.bsky.social
He/him. Southsider, Organizer, Renter, LGBTQ+ Latino 🏳️🌈. Minneapolis 9th Ward City Council Member. DFL and Labor Endorsed. (https://www.jasonchavez.org)
HIGH ALERT! We need people patrolling the streets now. Lake Street, Powderhorn, Central, and South Minneapolis have a ton of immigration enforcement. On bus stops to people being pulled from their cars. 1/
January 7, 2026 at 12:25 PM
HIGH ALERT! We need people patrolling the streets now. Lake Street, Powderhorn, Central, and South Minneapolis have a ton of immigration enforcement. On bus stops to people being pulled from their cars. 1/
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Jason has been at every single call for responders I’ve been to. He was on the RR call when I joined at 6 AM and again when I joined at 7 PM. He is doing so much for the people of Ward 9 and the people of Minneapolis and I am so lucky to have him as my city counselor. Please help his family!
One of my uncles was kidnapped by ICE yesterday. He was always there for my family and even helped my family afford my graduation party when I graduated college. 💔
Anything helps. ICE has no humanity. Hard workers literally being torn from their families.
gofund.me/d84e22b46
Anything helps. ICE has no humanity. Hard workers literally being torn from their families.
gofund.me/d84e22b46
Donate to Help Bring Jesus Martinez Home, Ayuden nos a traer a mi papa, organized by Marisol Sandoval
Hi, my name is Luis Mendoza Martinez. On Monday, January 5th,… Marisol Sandoval needs your support for Help Bring Jesus Martinez Home, Ayuden nos a traer a mi papa
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January 7, 2026 at 2:25 AM
Jason has been at every single call for responders I’ve been to. He was on the RR call when I joined at 6 AM and again when I joined at 7 PM. He is doing so much for the people of Ward 9 and the people of Minneapolis and I am so lucky to have him as my city counselor. Please help his family!
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Jason’s uncle was kidnapped by ICE on the same day that Jason was inaugurated to his third term on Minneapolis City Council.
Please donate and share. Jason does so much for our community and it’s time for us to give back.
Please donate and share. Jason does so much for our community and it’s time for us to give back.
One of my uncles was kidnapped by ICE yesterday. He was always there for my family and even helped my family afford my graduation party when I graduated college. 💔
Anything helps. ICE has no humanity. Hard workers literally being torn from their families.
gofund.me/d84e22b46
Anything helps. ICE has no humanity. Hard workers literally being torn from their families.
gofund.me/d84e22b46
Donate to Help Bring Jesus Martinez Home, Ayuden nos a traer a mi papa, organized by Marisol Sandoval
Hi, my name is Luis Mendoza Martinez. On Monday, January 5th,… Marisol Sandoval needs your support for Help Bring Jesus Martinez Home, Ayuden nos a traer a mi papa
gofund.me
January 7, 2026 at 12:58 AM
Jason’s uncle was kidnapped by ICE on the same day that Jason was inaugurated to his third term on Minneapolis City Council.
Please donate and share. Jason does so much for our community and it’s time for us to give back.
Please donate and share. Jason does so much for our community and it’s time for us to give back.
One of my uncles was kidnapped by ICE yesterday. He was always there for my family and even helped my family afford my graduation party when I graduated college. 💔
Anything helps. ICE has no humanity. Hard workers literally being torn from their families.
gofund.me/d84e22b46
Anything helps. ICE has no humanity. Hard workers literally being torn from their families.
gofund.me/d84e22b46
Donate to Help Bring Jesus Martinez Home, Ayuden nos a traer a mi papa, organized by Marisol Sandoval
Hi, my name is Luis Mendoza Martinez. On Monday, January 5th,… Marisol Sandoval needs your support for Help Bring Jesus Martinez Home, Ayuden nos a traer a mi papa
gofund.me
January 7, 2026 at 12:47 AM
One of my uncles was kidnapped by ICE yesterday. He was always there for my family and even helped my family afford my graduation party when I graduated college. 💔
Anything helps. ICE has no humanity. Hard workers literally being torn from their families.
gofund.me/d84e22b46
Anything helps. ICE has no humanity. Hard workers literally being torn from their families.
gofund.me/d84e22b46
Kristi Noem has been spotted in Minnesota. Her presence is not welcomed by our neighbors. In Minnesota, we love our immigrant neighbors. And our community will continue to patrol our neighborhoods and defend the rights of our immigrant community. 1/
January 6, 2026 at 6:18 PM
Kristi Noem has been spotted in Minnesota. Her presence is not welcomed by our neighbors. In Minnesota, we love our immigrant neighbors. And our community will continue to patrol our neighborhoods and defend the rights of our immigrant community. 1/
Proud to support @zaynabmmohamed.bsky.social! Let’s get her re-elected to the senate. She’s been a strong advocate for working families and small businesses, immigrant neighbors, and healthcare.
We've been through a lot lately, and it’s not over.
Extremism is knocking on our door, as YouTubers and federal agents. Schools and hospitals are slashed while Trump pardons crooks and gives handouts to billionaires.
Minnesotans know there’s only one way to weather a storm: you don’t do it alone.
Extremism is knocking on our door, as YouTubers and federal agents. Schools and hospitals are slashed while Trump pardons crooks and gives handouts to billionaires.
Minnesotans know there’s only one way to weather a storm: you don’t do it alone.
January 6, 2026 at 2:04 PM
Proud to support @zaynabmmohamed.bsky.social! Let’s get her re-elected to the senate. She’s been a strong advocate for working families and small businesses, immigrant neighbors, and healthcare.
Activity is really hot this morning on Lake Street and Powderhorn. There’s also confirmed ICE vehicles using Uber stickers. Please be careful. 1/
January 6, 2026 at 1:54 PM
Activity is really hot this morning on Lake Street and Powderhorn. There’s also confirmed ICE vehicles using Uber stickers. Please be careful. 1/
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We've been through a lot lately, and it’s not over.
Extremism is knocking on our door, as YouTubers and federal agents. Schools and hospitals are slashed while Trump pardons crooks and gives handouts to billionaires.
Minnesotans know there’s only one way to weather a storm: you don’t do it alone.
Extremism is knocking on our door, as YouTubers and federal agents. Schools and hospitals are slashed while Trump pardons crooks and gives handouts to billionaires.
Minnesotans know there’s only one way to weather a storm: you don’t do it alone.
January 6, 2026 at 1:20 PM
We've been through a lot lately, and it’s not over.
Extremism is knocking on our door, as YouTubers and federal agents. Schools and hospitals are slashed while Trump pardons crooks and gives handouts to billionaires.
Minnesotans know there’s only one way to weather a storm: you don’t do it alone.
Extremism is knocking on our door, as YouTubers and federal agents. Schools and hospitals are slashed while Trump pardons crooks and gives handouts to billionaires.
Minnesotans know there’s only one way to weather a storm: you don’t do it alone.
Good morning! We’re seeing a ton of immigration enforcement in South Minneapolis this morning with many neighbors reporting kidnappings by ICE.
I also wanted to let you know my concerns with the behavior of these ICE agents yesterday… 1/
I also wanted to let you know my concerns with the behavior of these ICE agents yesterday… 1/
January 6, 2026 at 12:08 PM
Good morning! We’re seeing a ton of immigration enforcement in South Minneapolis this morning with many neighbors reporting kidnappings by ICE.
I also wanted to let you know my concerns with the behavior of these ICE agents yesterday… 1/
I also wanted to let you know my concerns with the behavior of these ICE agents yesterday… 1/
I’m excited to announce that I’ll be the Chair of the Public Health, Equity, and Safety Committee after being inaugurated into the 2026-2029 Minneapolis City Council Term. 1/
January 6, 2026 at 1:18 AM
I’m excited to announce that I’ll be the Chair of the Public Health, Equity, and Safety Committee after being inaugurated into the 2026-2029 Minneapolis City Council Term. 1/
CBS News is reporting that the Trump Administration has begun deploying hundreds of agents to Minneapolis (Minnesota). This is especially concerning with what we are feeling on the ground of increased immigration enforcement. 1/
January 5, 2026 at 7:19 PM
CBS News is reporting that the Trump Administration has begun deploying hundreds of agents to Minneapolis (Minnesota). This is especially concerning with what we are feeling on the ground of increased immigration enforcement. 1/
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Huge news today! That's right, at our Park Board meeting this Wednesday at 5pm I will introduce two resolutions. The first is to restart our Open Parkways work. The second would direct staff to reopen work on following the long range plan for the Uptown Mall Park!
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January 5, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Huge news today! That's right, at our Park Board meeting this Wednesday at 5pm I will introduce two resolutions. The first is to restart our Open Parkways work. The second would direct staff to reopen work on following the long range plan for the Uptown Mall Park!
agendasuite.org/iip/mprb/mee...
agendasuite.org/iip/mprb/mee...
Dear neighbor,
Please take precautions. Our neighbors are waking up to a ton of immigration enforcement across our communities and neighborhoods. Families are being separated. Please be safe.
We need folks to patrol our neighborhoods, give rides to neighbors, and to keep an eye out. 1/
Please take precautions. Our neighbors are waking up to a ton of immigration enforcement across our communities and neighborhoods. Families are being separated. Please be safe.
We need folks to patrol our neighborhoods, give rides to neighbors, and to keep an eye out. 1/
January 5, 2026 at 1:45 PM
Dear neighbor,
Please take precautions. Our neighbors are waking up to a ton of immigration enforcement across our communities and neighborhoods. Families are being separated. Please be safe.
We need folks to patrol our neighborhoods, give rides to neighbors, and to keep an eye out. 1/
Please take precautions. Our neighbors are waking up to a ton of immigration enforcement across our communities and neighborhoods. Families are being separated. Please be safe.
We need folks to patrol our neighborhoods, give rides to neighbors, and to keep an eye out. 1/
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the inauguration seating chart will be randomized and not in order, they said. and the universe gives us the chaos of the ward 9 section front and center next to the mayor section!
January 4, 2026 at 11:39 PM
the inauguration seating chart will be randomized and not in order, they said. and the universe gives us the chaos of the ward 9 section front and center next to the mayor section!
Dear neighbor,
We’re only a few days into 2026, and this federal administration continues to tear families apart.
There’s been an uptick in ICE activity and immigration enforcement today in our neighborhoods. Including the staging of ICE at the Powderhorn Park Recreation Center, … 1/
We’re only a few days into 2026, and this federal administration continues to tear families apart.
There’s been an uptick in ICE activity and immigration enforcement today in our neighborhoods. Including the staging of ICE at the Powderhorn Park Recreation Center, … 1/
January 3, 2026 at 8:04 PM
Dear neighbor,
We’re only a few days into 2026, and this federal administration continues to tear families apart.
There’s been an uptick in ICE activity and immigration enforcement today in our neighborhoods. Including the staging of ICE at the Powderhorn Park Recreation Center, … 1/
We’re only a few days into 2026, and this federal administration continues to tear families apart.
There’s been an uptick in ICE activity and immigration enforcement today in our neighborhoods. Including the staging of ICE at the Powderhorn Park Recreation Center, … 1/
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I’m teaming up with some fellow community members to place a big order with a restaurant that has seen its business disrupted by ICE presence on the south side. And what better way than to get food for neighbors in need?
Burritos are about $10 each- please donate to help us provide 50+ meals!
Burritos are about $10 each- please donate to help us provide 50+ meals!
January 3, 2026 at 6:59 PM
I’m teaming up with some fellow community members to place a big order with a restaurant that has seen its business disrupted by ICE presence on the south side. And what better way than to get food for neighbors in need?
Burritos are about $10 each- please donate to help us provide 50+ meals!
Burritos are about $10 each- please donate to help us provide 50+ meals!
Reposted by Jason Chavez
The DFL (MN Dems) freaked out that Minneapolis might elect a Somali Muslim mayor last November. They set it up nicely for what’s happening here now.
January 3, 2026 at 4:30 PM
The DFL (MN Dems) freaked out that Minneapolis might elect a Somali Muslim mayor last November. They set it up nicely for what’s happening here now.
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ICE vs ice at 44th and Hiawatha earlier today.
January 2, 2026 at 11:47 PM
ICE vs ice at 44th and Hiawatha earlier today.
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Dear Community—Happy New Years!
This evening, I was honored to be sworn in as your District 5 Park Board Commissioner. I’m also excited to co-chair the Administration and Finance Committee alongside Commissioner Forney.
This evening, I was honored to be sworn in as your District 5 Park Board Commissioner. I’m also excited to co-chair the Administration and Finance Committee alongside Commissioner Forney.
January 3, 2026 at 4:17 AM
Dear Community—Happy New Years!
This evening, I was honored to be sworn in as your District 5 Park Board Commissioner. I’m also excited to co-chair the Administration and Finance Committee alongside Commissioner Forney.
This evening, I was honored to be sworn in as your District 5 Park Board Commissioner. I’m also excited to co-chair the Administration and Finance Committee alongside Commissioner Forney.
Thank you to Commissioner @kayforparks.bsky.social for being the sole vote against the MPRB general counsel Brian Rice.
I’m proud to have voted for a champion of working people this past November.
I’m proud to have voted for a champion of working people this past November.
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board has its first meeting of the term. Tucked in among the Commissioners taking their oaths and sorting out MPRB leadership and assignments is an agenda item to vote on a contract for the MPRB's general counsel. Brian Rice is almost certain to be selected.
January 3, 2026 at 1:29 AM
Thank you to Commissioner @kayforparks.bsky.social for being the sole vote against the MPRB general counsel Brian Rice.
I’m proud to have voted for a champion of working people this past November.
I’m proud to have voted for a champion of working people this past November.
Minneapolis Board and Commission applications are open from January 2 - January 25.
Your voice can help shape public policy and have an impact on City services and programs.
www.minneapolismn.gov/boards
Your voice can help shape public policy and have an impact on City services and programs.
www.minneapolismn.gov/boards
January 2, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Minneapolis Board and Commission applications are open from January 2 - January 25.
Your voice can help shape public policy and have an impact on City services and programs.
www.minneapolismn.gov/boards
Your voice can help shape public policy and have an impact on City services and programs.
www.minneapolismn.gov/boards
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"For too long, those fluent in the good grammar of civility have deployed decorum to mask agendas of cruelty"
"For too long, those fluent in the good grammar of civility have deployed decorum to mask agendas of cruelty"
Mamdani: For too long, those fluent in the good grammar of civility have deployed decorum to mask agendas of cruelty
January 1, 2026 at 10:37 PM
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"For too long, those fluent in the good grammar of civility have deployed decorum to mask agendas of cruelty"
"For too long, those fluent in the good grammar of civility have deployed decorum to mask agendas of cruelty"
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And wins happened *everywhere* - we saw local elected officials speak out and stand up - from fierce voices like @jchavezmpls.bsky.social on both immigrant and LGBTQ+ issues to actions in cities like Northfield & Duluth to meaningfully support community.
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Northfield reaffirms commitment as LGBTQ+ sanctuary city
While big-name corporations have been seen packing up the rainbow displays and special logos on July 1, many businesses in Northfield make it a point to keep up the Pride
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December 31, 2025 at 2:34 PM
And wins happened *everywhere* - we saw local elected officials speak out and stand up - from fierce voices like @jchavezmpls.bsky.social on both immigrant and LGBTQ+ issues to actions in cities like Northfield & Duluth to meaningfully support community.
8/x
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8/x
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2025 was a harrowing year in many respects; and the most professionally challenging one I've ever experienced.
But even with relentless attacks on our rights, care, and humanity - LGBTQ+ people are still here in Minnesota and we're finding ways to move forward and to even thrive.
Let's talk wins 🧵
But even with relentless attacks on our rights, care, and humanity - LGBTQ+ people are still here in Minnesota and we're finding ways to move forward and to even thrive.
Let's talk wins 🧵
December 31, 2025 at 2:34 PM
2025 was a harrowing year in many respects; and the most professionally challenging one I've ever experienced.
But even with relentless attacks on our rights, care, and humanity - LGBTQ+ people are still here in Minnesota and we're finding ways to move forward and to even thrive.
Let's talk wins 🧵
But even with relentless attacks on our rights, care, and humanity - LGBTQ+ people are still here in Minnesota and we're finding ways to move forward and to even thrive.
Let's talk wins 🧵
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"Minneapolis had considered taking a page from St. Paul‘s approach to managing encampments, with the Minneapolis City Council voting this month to provide toilets and dumpsters, but Mayor Jacob Frey vetoed the measure.." www.startribune.com/st-paul-home...
December 30, 2025 at 11:31 PM
"Minneapolis had considered taking a page from St. Paul‘s approach to managing encampments, with the Minneapolis City Council voting this month to provide toilets and dumpsters, but Mayor Jacob Frey vetoed the measure.." www.startribune.com/st-paul-home...