US judge blocks Trump administration subpoena against Minnesota officials
Summary
A U.S. judge blocked subpoenas issued by President Donald Trump’s administration against Minnesota state officials. The judge said these subpoenas aimed to pressure and punish officials for opposing federal immigration raids.Key Facts
- The subpoenas targeted Minnesota officials, including Governor Tim Walz.
- The subpoenas were part of a Justice Department investigation into opposition to mass deportation raids.
- U.S. District Judge Patrick Schiltz ruled the subpoenas were meant to coerce and harass officials.
- The subpoena order was issued on June 17 and made public recently.
- The Trump administration accused Minnesota activists of political violence related to the raids.
- The raids led to widespread protests after federal agents fatally shot two U.S. citizens.
- Governor Walz called the judge’s decision a victory for the rule of law and democracy.
- Walz said he will keep defending the rights of Minnesotans and American freedoms.
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