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Immigration enforcement in Minnesota

MPR News is tracking federal immigration actions across Minnesota — from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations and policy changes to community impact and your rights.

Ahead of 'No Kings' rally, advocates say ICE enforcement persists

Ahead of 'No Kings' rally, advocates say ICE enforcement persists

As organizers gear up for a demonstration in St. Paul, advocates say U.S. Immigration and Customs enforcement continues in Minnesota. Nearly 500 agents remain in the state.
by Jon Collins

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Video shows Minnesota dad and boy were flown on Delta to ICE detention in Texas

Video shows Minnesota dad and boy were flown on Delta to ICE detention in Texas

Airport security video shows another way federal agents are taking immigrants to detention centers. In some cases they’re using commercial flights, with escorts dressed like any other passengers to avoid drawing attention.
by The Associated Press

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Rep. Morrison compares El Paso ICE detention facility to livestock building

Rep. Morrison compares El Paso ICE detention facility to livestock building

Minnesota’s Democratic U.S. Rep. Kelly Morrison joined Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition to describe the conditions she saw during an unannounced oversight visit to the Camp East Montana immigration detention facility in El Paso, Texas.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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ICE surge in Willmar created unexpected bonds between neighbors

ICE surge in Willmar created unexpected bonds between neighbors

Willmar stands out for its large immigrant population. When ICE agents showed up in town, many longtime residents stepped up to help their immigrant neighbors, possibly creating lasting connections.
by Tadeo Ruiz Sandoval

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Eighth Circuit says some immigrants arrested in U.S. can be detained without bond hearings

Eighth Circuit says some immigrants arrested in U.S. can be detained without bond hearings

In a decision Wednesday, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit sided with the Trump Administration’s position that some immigrants arrested inside the U.S. may be held without a bond hearing.
by Sarah Thamer and Matt Sepic

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Meet the caretakers archiving Renee Macklin Good's memorial

Meet the caretakers archiving Renee Macklin Good's memorial

It’s been nearly three months since Renee Macklin Good was killed, but a dedicated group of volunteer caretakers, including Ryan Vizzions, still watches over the block daily. They’ve started thinking about the future of the memorial.
by Clay Masters and Gretchen Brown

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Minnesota sues feds for evidence in ICE shootings

Minnesota sues feds for evidence in ICE shootings

The state claims in the lawsuit that federal officials have repeatedly declined to share evidence in these shootings and ignored their requests.
by Sarah Thamer and Matt Sepic

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St. Cloud City Council nixes resolution affirming broad support of law enforcement

St. Cloud City Council nixes resolution affirming broad support of law enforcement

Several council members questioned the intent and timing of the resolution. St. Cloud saw a large U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement presence in recent months, and some residents have spoken out about being targeted and detained by ICE.
by Kirsti Marohn

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