Judge quashes 6 grand jury subpoenas against Minnesota officials
Summary
A federal judge canceled six grand jury subpoenas that the Justice Department sent to Minnesota state and local officials, including Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey. The judge ruled the subpoenas were used to pressure these officials into cooperating with a federal immigration enforcement operation, which was challenged in court by Minnesota officials.Key Facts
- Six grand jury subpoenas were issued to Minnesota state and local government offices.
- The subpoenas targeted Governor Tim Walz, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, the Minnesota attorney general, and local county boards.
- The subpoenas came after Minnesota officials sued to stop a federal immigration enforcement operation called Operation Metro Surge.
- U.S. District Judge Patrick Schiltz said the subpoenas were used unlawfully to pressure political opponents.
- The judge found no valid investigative reason for the subpoenas.
- The Justice Department served the subpoenas under the Trump administration.
- The ruling prevents using grand jury powers to force officials to take actions the federal government cannot require.
- The Department of Justice did not immediately comment on the ruling.
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