AG Ellison releases consumer alert on crowdfunding for those impacted by DHS activity in Minnesota
Published Date: Jan 22, 2026
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AG Ellison released the following alert for those donating to crowdfunding efforts to help Minnesotans impacted by current DHS activity in Minnesota, as well as to those fundraising money and goods to help their friends and neighbors. The Attorney General’s Office is sharing this alert to help stop bad actors from taking advantage of people’s generosity, and to help ensure fundraisers understand their potential obligations under Minnesota law. This alert comes after the Attorney General’s Office has received complaints about fundraising efforts in light of current DHS activity.