The Trump administration is withdrawing approximately 700 immigration enforcement officers from Minnesota, following an agreement by state and local officials to cooperate by handing over arrested immigrants. This reduction, announced by border czar Tom Homan, comes as federal officials stated that increased collaboration creates a safer environment and necessitates fewer personnel on the ground. The presence of federal immigration operations in Minnesota had previously led to protests and heightened tensions, especially after a protester’s death. Homan indicated that the ICE operation in the Twin Cities has been effective in enhancing public safety.
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700 ICE Agents To Leave Minnesota Amidst Controversy and Protests
The Trump administration is withdrawing approximately 700 immigration enforcement officers from Minnesota, following an agreement by state and local officials to cooperate by handing over arrested immigrants. This reduction, announced by border czar Tom Homan, comes as federal officials stated that increased collaboration creates a safer environment and necessitates fewer personnel on the ground. The presence of federal immigration operations in Minnesota had previously led to protests and heightened tensions, especially after a protester’s death. Homan indicated that the ICE operation in the Twin Cities has been effective in enhancing public safety.
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