The Department of Homeland Security accused a Minnesota hotel of canceling reservations made by immigration enforcement officials, sparking a dispute that drew in Hilton Hotels and the property’s independent owner.
Emails cite refusal to host agents
DHS shared redacted screenshots of emails that appear to show a hotel employee telling guests that the property would not allow Immigration and Customs Enforcement or other immigration agents to stay there and that reservations would be canceled if they were affiliated with DHS.
Hilton distances itself
Hilton Hotels said the property involved is independently owned and operated and that the actions described do not reflect the company’s policies or values. A spokesperson said Hilton is investigating and has been in contact with the hotel.
Owner issues apology
Everpeak Hospitality, which owns the hotel, apologized and said the cancellations violated company policy. The group said it is working to accommodate affected guests and emphasized that it does not discriminate against any individuals or agencies.
Broader context
The incident comes as DHS considers deploying additional agents to the Minneapolis–St. Paul area for immigration and fraud investigations, intensifying scrutiny and tensions around federal immigration enforcement in the region.
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