As protests continue in Minneapolis, the human toll is undeniable. Loss of life, community disruption, and prolonged tension have reshaped daily life across the city. But beyond the immediate humanitarian impact, another question looms: what are the economic consequences of sustained unrest—and what responsibility do major corporations have to the communities they operate in? Moving from prolonged corporate silence to carefully worded statements, responses from large companies have drawn increasing scrutiny, particularly as local businesses bear the brunt of economic disruption. Corporate Silence and a Call for De-Escalation “Operation Metro Surge” began in Minneapolis in December, intensifying federal immigration enforcement…