Summary
Senator Chris Murphy from Connecticut commented on reports that President Trump's Department of Justice is investigating Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey. The investigation looks into whether these leaders tried to obstruct federal immigration agents in Minneapolis. This is part of a broader conversation about immigration and state versus federal powers.
Key Facts
- Reports say the Department of Justice (DOJ) is investigating Governor Tim Walz and Mayor Jacob Frey.
- The focus is on whether they conspired to block federal immigration authorities.
- The investigation follows the shooting of Renee Nicole Good by a federal officer in Minneapolis.
- A specific law, 18 U.S.C. § 372, may have been violated, which involves impeding federal officers.
- Senator Chris Murphy described the situation as resembling totalitarian actions.
- The Department of Homeland Security criticized Walz and Frey for allegedly supporting resistance against federal agents.
- Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche emphasized supporting federal officers and prosecuting anyone obstructing them.
- Mayor Frey stated he would continue to focus on city safety, despite what he calls intimidation attempts.
