Summary
A federal judge ruled that ICE agents cannot retaliate against peaceful protesters in Minnesota. The decision comes in response to a lawsuit filed on behalf of individuals who claimed they were unfairly treated by ICE agents during immigration enforcement.
Key Facts
- A federal judge barred ICE agents from retaliating against peaceful protesters in Minnesota.
- Six people filed a lawsuit claiming ICE agents arrested and pepper-sprayed them for observing or criticizing the government.
- The judge's order stops ICE from arresting or using pepper spray on peaceful protesters.
- The order also prevents ICE from stopping drivers who are safely following ICE vehicles.
- This ruling follows a similar decision in Chicago where federal agents were restricted after being accused of using excessive force.
- The ACLU filed the lawsuit on December 17 on behalf of six U.S. citizens.
- President Trump mentioned possibly invoking the Insurrection Act, which would allow sending soldiers to Minnesota.
