Trump's immigration crackdown looms over Minnesota's bruising Senate primary
Summary
Protests took place in Minneapolis around a federal building where immigration agents were preparing to carry out deportations as part of President Donald Trump’s campaign. These events, including two people being shot and killed, continue to influence the Democratic primary race for U.S. Senate in Minnesota between Angie Craig and Peggy Flanagan.Key Facts
- Immigration agents were based at the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building near Minneapolis airport for a long deportation effort.
- Protesters used whistles and phones to oppose the immigration actions.
- Two people were shot and killed during protests before President Trump reduced the operation.
- The immigration issue is a major point of conflict in Minnesota’s Democratic Senate primary race.
- The primary race features U.S. Rep. Angie Craig, supported by party leaders, and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, who is more progressive.
- The contest reflects broader political divides between moderate and progressive Democrats in the U.S.
- The protests and immigration debate remain important topics as the primary election approaches.
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