Minnesota Officials Subpoenaed as Part of Federal Immigration Investigation into Alleged Obstruction
A grand jury investigation into potential obstruction of law enforcement during a recent immigration operation in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area has led to the issuance of subpoenas for top Minnesota officials, including Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey.
The subpoenas, which seek records from the offices of the governor, mayor, attorney general Keith Ellison, and county officials, are believed to be focused on public statements made by these officials that may have obstructed federal immigration enforcement. Two people familiar with the matter said the investigation was initially focused on a potential conspiracy statute but has since expanded.
Walz and Frey have responded to the probe by labeling it a "bullying tactic" meant to quell political opposition, with Frey stating that they shouldn't live in fear of federal law enforcement using politics to silence local voices. Herd, a Hmong immigrant and Democrat, described herself as "unfazed" by the tactics.
Meanwhile, the Trump administration has urged a judge to reject a state lawsuit aimed at stopping the immigration enforcement surge in Minneapolis and St. Paul. The Justice Department called the lawsuit "legally frivolous," stating that Minnesota wants a veto over federal law enforcement.
The investigation into the immigration enforcement operation has raised concerns about the accuracy of arrest numbers and descriptions, with advocates expressing frustration that they have no way of knowing what's happening to those in custody.
U.S. Border Patrol officials have defended their actions, describing themselves as "legal, ethical, and moral." However, police in the region have reported instances of racial profiling by federal officers and complaints from residents who are U.S. citizens.
The investigation comes after the fatal shooting of Renee Good, a 37-year-old woman killed by an immigration officer during a raid at her home. The incident has sparked widespread protests and public outcry against the Trump administration's immigration policies.
As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen how Minnesota officials will respond to the subpoenas and whether they will cooperate with federal authorities.
A grand jury investigation into potential obstruction of law enforcement during a recent immigration operation in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area has led to the issuance of subpoenas for top Minnesota officials, including Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey.
The subpoenas, which seek records from the offices of the governor, mayor, attorney general Keith Ellison, and county officials, are believed to be focused on public statements made by these officials that may have obstructed federal immigration enforcement. Two people familiar with the matter said the investigation was initially focused on a potential conspiracy statute but has since expanded.
Walz and Frey have responded to the probe by labeling it a "bullying tactic" meant to quell political opposition, with Frey stating that they shouldn't live in fear of federal law enforcement using politics to silence local voices. Herd, a Hmong immigrant and Democrat, described herself as "unfazed" by the tactics.
Meanwhile, the Trump administration has urged a judge to reject a state lawsuit aimed at stopping the immigration enforcement surge in Minneapolis and St. Paul. The Justice Department called the lawsuit "legally frivolous," stating that Minnesota wants a veto over federal law enforcement.
The investigation into the immigration enforcement operation has raised concerns about the accuracy of arrest numbers and descriptions, with advocates expressing frustration that they have no way of knowing what's happening to those in custody.
U.S. Border Patrol officials have defended their actions, describing themselves as "legal, ethical, and moral." However, police in the region have reported instances of racial profiling by federal officers and complaints from residents who are U.S. citizens.
The investigation comes after the fatal shooting of Renee Good, a 37-year-old woman killed by an immigration officer during a raid at her home. The incident has sparked widespread protests and public outcry against the Trump administration's immigration policies.
As the investigation continues, it remains to be seen how Minnesota officials will respond to the subpoenas and whether they will cooperate with federal authorities.
i mean, governors & mayors got elected 2 speak up 4 their constituents, not 2 be intimidated by federal law enforcement. it's like they're saying "hey, we r gonna protect our own people, even if it means going against the feds". gotta respect that... 
Oh man, this is really disturbing... all these top officials getting subpoenaed because of their words? It's like they're being bullied for speaking up. 
I can totally see why Herd is unfazed though - she's a strong one. 
And to think the Trump admin is trying to silence local voices with this lawsuit... it's just not right. 
The fact that police are reporting racial profiling and complaints from citizens who are US citizens should be a major red flag. We need more transparency and accountability here, especially when it comes to immigration enforcement. 
anywayz, back to this minnesota thing... i wonder if they'll actually cooperate with the feds or just pretend like they don't know nothin'. 
so now we're getting subpoenas for politicians because they made some comments that might've been a teensy bit obstructive... meanwhile, I'm sure the Trump admin is just peachy about this whole thing, right? 
like, what's next? Are we gonna get warrants for every single person who tweeted about immigration? 
come on, can't we have a respectful discussion without getting dragged into some grand jury drama? 
! i mean, i get that there are some shady dealings going on, but a grand jury investigation and subpoenas for top officials? that's just plain scary 
. like, governor tim walz and mayor jacob frey are already saying it's a "bullying tactic" - okay, cool, but at the end of the day, it's not about them being scared of federal law enforcement, it's about whether they're hiding something 
. this whole thing just feels so... messy 
can't believe politicians are trying to use their positions to silence anyone who speaks out against their policies 
subpoenas are one thing, but this whole investigation feels like a witch hunt 
we should be focusing on making sure that everyone is treated fairly under the law, regardless of their immigration status 