Summary
The Justice Department sent a criminal subpoena to Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison as part of an investigation into Democrat officials during a federal immigration crackdown. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz invited President Trump to visit the state amid increased tensions after a series of ICE shootings in Minneapolis led to protests. Several lawsuits and demonstrations have emerged in response to the federal immigration actions.
Key Facts
- The Justice Department subpoenaed Minnesota AG Keith Ellison in a criminal investigation of Democrat officials.
- Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey may also receive subpoenas.
- The investigation is linked to a federal immigration crackdown, especially in Minneapolis.
- A walkout is planned to protest ICE raids and actions across the U.S.
- Governor Walz asked President Trump to help restore order amidst ICE-related protests.
- Protests followed the killing of a mother of three by an ICE agent in Minneapolis.
- Minnesota and its cities are suing the federal government over the immigration crackdown.
- A church service by an ICE field agent was disrupted by protesters, sparking further investigation.
