Summary
Gregory Bovino, a key figure in President Donald Trump's immigration efforts, is leaving Minneapolis after federal agents shot two people. Bovino led large-scale immigration crackdowns in various cities and used aggressive tactics that have been criticized. He worked for the Border Patrol and was involved in operations that sometimes led to public and legal clashes.
Key Facts
- Gregory Bovino played a major role in implementing President Trump’s immigration policies.
- Two people died in Minneapolis after federal agents shot them during operations under Bovino's leadership.
- Bovino previously led immigration enforcement in Los Angeles, Chicago, New Orleans, and Minnesota.
- His tactics included breaking car windows and using helicopters in raids.
- A Chicago operation aimed at a gang mostly resulted in arrests of non-gang members with immigration violations.
- Bovino received criticism from a federal judge for using tear gas without proper reason.
- Bovino's "turn and burn" strategy involves rapidly moving from one target to another for deportations.
- He almost retired in 2023 due to controversies involving social media and testimony in Congress.
