Minnesota immigration crackdown will end, border czar says. And, DHS funding to expire

"White House border czar Tom Homan announced yesterday that the Trump administration will end the immigration enforcement crackdown in Minnesota. The immigration activity in the state prompted widespread protests and led to the deaths of two U.S. citizens at the hands of federal agents. Homan said cooperation with local law enforcement has improved, allowing for more immigration detentions to occur at jails rather than on the street."

"Some officials say they've had productive talks with Homan, but several county sheriffs tell Minnesota Public Radio's Estelle Timar-Wilcox that they haven't changed any enforcement policies. On Up First, Timar-Wilcox says the immigration operation in the state has caused a lot of fear among residents, especially immigrants. Advocates tell her that trauma won't just go away. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz says he will ask the federal government and state legislature for emergency funding for "a long recovery ahead.""

Federal border czar Tom Homan announced that the Trump administration will end the immigration enforcement crackdown in Minnesota. The operation prompted widespread protests and coincided with the deaths of two U.S. citizens during federal enforcement actions. Homan said cooperation with local law enforcement has improved, enabling more detentions to occur at jails rather than on the street. Some officials report productive talks with Homan, while several county sheriffs say their enforcement policies remain unchanged. Immigrant communities experienced extensive fear and advocates warn that trauma will persist. State leaders seek emergency funding for recovery. Health professionals warn of potential long-term medical impacts. DHS funding faces lapse as Congress failed to advance a spending bill.

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