US Citizen Detained by ICE in Minnesota Raid Sparks Debate Over Enforcement Tactics

ChongLy Thao, a 56-year-old naturalized US citizen from Minnesota, was detained by ICE agents during a raid at his home, where he was handcuffed and led outside wearing only boxer shorts and Crocs in freezing temperatures. ICE stated Thao refused fingerprinting and matched descriptions of targets linked to convicted sex offenders at the residence, claims his family denies. Thao was released without explanation or apology, and the incident has drawn criticism for its handling and raised concerns about immigration enforcement tactics.