Federal Immigration Crackdown in Minneapolis Spurs Protests and Legal Restrictions

In Minneapolis and the Twin Cities, a large-scale immigration enforcement operation by over 2,000 federal agents has sparked daily protests and clashes. Anti-ICE demonstrators have frequently outnumbered pro-ICE supporters, leading to confrontations including scuffles and arrests. The crackdown intensified after an ICE agent fatally shot Renee Good, fueling widespread unrest. A federal judge limited ICE agents' powers, barring detentions and use of force against peaceful protesters. Meanwhile, President Trump threatened federal intervention, including invoking the Insurrection Act, amid ongoing tensions and legal challenges.