The U.S. is planning to draw down federal forces in Minneapolis after the fatal shootings of two U.S. citizens, but the immigration operation will continue, Tom Homan, the White House's border czar, announced at a press conference recently.
Homan stated, The draw down is going to happen, yet emphasized, We are not surrendering our mission at all. We're just doing it smarter. However, specifics on how many federal forces will be withdrawn remain unclear.
The recent deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, who were shot by federal agents conducting immigration enforcement, have ignited significant protests in Minneapolis and calls for accountability from lawmakers.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey have demanded a complete withdrawal of federal agents from the city, which currently hosts around 3,000 federal law enforcement officials, starkly outnumbering local police.
Homan indicated that changes to the federal operations would rely greatly on cooperation from local authorities. He also acknowledged differences with Walz and Frey's demands, pledging to implement a more targeted approach.
The backdrop of this situation includes rising frustrations with the administration's immigration tactics, citing recent calls from both parties to investigate the shootings. Additionally, discussions are ongoing about possible partial government shutdowns tied to funding for the Department of Homeland Security, particularly around the tactics employed by immigration enforcement agencies.
Demands from Senate Democrats include restricting ICE's operational tactics, advocating for warrant requirements and banning mask usage by agents during operations.
As the discourse unfolds, Mayor Frey continues to publicly advocate for the end of the federal intervention, characterizing the current immigration enforcement measures as disproportionate and urgent for re-evaluation.
Homan stated, The draw down is going to happen, yet emphasized, We are not surrendering our mission at all. We're just doing it smarter. However, specifics on how many federal forces will be withdrawn remain unclear.
The recent deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, who were shot by federal agents conducting immigration enforcement, have ignited significant protests in Minneapolis and calls for accountability from lawmakers.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey have demanded a complete withdrawal of federal agents from the city, which currently hosts around 3,000 federal law enforcement officials, starkly outnumbering local police.
Homan indicated that changes to the federal operations would rely greatly on cooperation from local authorities. He also acknowledged differences with Walz and Frey's demands, pledging to implement a more targeted approach.
The backdrop of this situation includes rising frustrations with the administration's immigration tactics, citing recent calls from both parties to investigate the shootings. Additionally, discussions are ongoing about possible partial government shutdowns tied to funding for the Department of Homeland Security, particularly around the tactics employed by immigration enforcement agencies.
Demands from Senate Democrats include restricting ICE's operational tactics, advocating for warrant requirements and banning mask usage by agents during operations.
As the discourse unfolds, Mayor Frey continues to publicly advocate for the end of the federal intervention, characterizing the current immigration enforcement measures as disproportionate and urgent for re-evaluation.
