UPDATE: In a dramatic shift, the Trump administration has confirmed that 700 immigration enforcement officers will be exiting Minnesota immediately. This announcement was made by border czar Tom Homan on Wednesday, following an agreement with state and local officials to cooperate in turning over arrested immigrants.
This decision marks a significant reduction in immigration enforcement personnel in the state, raising concerns about potential impacts on local communities. Homan stated that the cooperation from Minnesota officials was pivotal in facilitating this transition, indicating a new approach to immigration enforcement under the Trump administration.
The immediate departure of these officers could lead to notable changes in immigration processes and enforcement in Minnesota. Local leaders are urged to prepare for the implications of this reduced enforcement capacity.
As the situation develops, residents, advocates, and officials are closely monitoring how these changes will affect immigration policies in the region. The urgency of this announcement underscores the shifting landscape of immigration enforcement in the United States.
Watch for further updates as the administration provides more details on this significant move and its anticipated effects on Minnesota’s communities and immigrant populations.
