Summary
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey opposed a suggestion by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem to create a designated protest zone in the city. The disagreement took place as federal immigration operations increased in Minneapolis, accompanied by public protests and tensions. The Justice Department is investigating Mayor Frey and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz over claims of obstructing federal immigration agents.
Key Facts
- Mayor Jacob Frey does not support setting up designated areas for protests in Minneapolis.
- Secretary Kristi Noem suggested protest zones to protect safety and allow protests.
- About 3,000 federal immigration agents are conducting operations in Minneapolis.
- The Justice Department is looking into claims that Frey and Governor Tim Walz interfered with immigration enforcement.
- Mayor Frey claims constitutional protest rights should apply everywhere in the city.
- Crime stats in Minneapolis show some categories down, but others like assault have increased.
- President Trump considered deploying military troops to address protests, invoking the Insurrection Act.
- A White House spokesperson criticized Frey for allegedly prioritizing illegal immigrants over citizens.
