Comedian John Mulaney has postponed his Minneapolis tour dates, claiming the city is too unsafe following public unrest surrounding a recent ICE-involved shooting. Mulaney was scheduled to perform at the Armory on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday but abruptly announced the shows will be rescheduled due to what he described as “heartbreaking” conditions in the city.
In a public post, Mulaney said he did not feel comfortable asking thousands of fans to leave their homes, attend his show, and travel back afterward amid ongoing safety concerns. He added that while the shows could have offered a distraction, he could not justify moving forward under the current circumstances.
The cancellation follows the fatal shooting of a local woman during an ICE enforcement operation, an event that has triggered protests and growing hostility toward federal officers. Despite statements from authorities indicating the agent acted in self-defense, public figures and activists have reacted with sharp criticism. Mulaney joins a wave of Hollywood voices amplifying alarmist narratives, contributing to the growing national spotlight on Minneapolis.
Mulaney stated that ticket holders will be able to attend rescheduled shows in April or request a refund. While some fans expressed disappointment, others raised concerns over what they see as performative posturing from a celebrity who has no ties to local law enforcement, public safety, or the broader context of the incident.
The move adds fuel to the culture war surrounding the event, with critics pointing to a pattern of left-leaning entertainers using high-profile incidents to promote political agendas. As the investigation into the shooting continues, public discourse is being shaped as much by celebrity statements as by facts.
