Frey, Fateh clash in first Minneapolis debate
On Friday, Sept. 26, 2025, the Citizens League hosted the first Minneapolis mayoral debate at Westminster Presbyterian, featuring Mayor Jacob Frey, Sen. Omar Fateh, Rev. Dewayne Davis, Jazz Hampton, and Brenda Short. The 82‑minute forum highlighted divisions on encampment clearances and public safety response models, with only Fateh backing rent control; candidates also agreed against using more city funds to keep the Timberwolves/Lynx. Early voting is already open, and another debate is scheduled for Oct. 13.
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📌 Key Facts
- Five participants: Jacob Frey, Omar Fateh, Dewayne Davis, Jazz Hampton, Brenda Short
- Debate length ~82 minutes; Frey and Fateh received the most speaking time
- Topics: handling of homeless encampments, policing/alternative response, downtown/Uptown revitalization; only Fateh supported rent control
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First Minneapolis mayoral debate highlights deep divisions
- Five participants: Jacob Frey, Omar Fateh, Dewayne Davis, Jazz Hampton, Brenda Short
- Debate length ~82 minutes; Frey and Fateh received the most speaking time
- Topics: handling of homeless encampments, policing/alternative response, downtown/Uptown revitalization; only Fateh supported rent control