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Minnesota sues Trump administration to block surge of ICE agents

Minnesota sues Trump administration to block surge of ICE agents

Summary

Minnesota has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to stop more federal immigration agents from being sent to the state. The lawsuit claims this increase is unconstitutional and disrupts local life. It follows an incident where a person was killed by an immigration agent, leading to protests.

Key Facts

  • Minnesota is suing the Trump administration over the deployment of federal immigration agents.
  • The state claims this deployment is unconstitutional and disrupts local governance.
  • The lawsuit follows protests after a person was killed by an immigration agent in Minneapolis.
  • Minnesota's Attorney General says the agents' presence causes chaos and violates the state's authority.
  • The Trump administration states the agents are needed to manage undocumented migrants and ensure safety.
  • Minneapolis police reported significant overtime costs due to incidents involving immigration agents.
  • Homeland Security plans to send more agents to Minnesota as part of Operation Metro Surge.
  • Illinois and Chicago have filed a similar lawsuit against the increase in federal immigration agents.

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