The Trump administration is withdrawing about 700 federal immigration officers from Minnesota after state and local officials agreed to cooperate with federal authorities, border czar Tom Homan said Wednesday. Roughly 2,000 officers will remain in the state.
Cooperation Linked to Drawdown
Homan said increased collaboration—such as turning over arrested immigrants—has reduced the need for a larger federal presence, though he did not name specific jurisdictions.
No End Date Set
He declined to give a timeline for when the operation might fully end, citing ongoing protests in the Twin Cities following the killing of protester Alex Pretti. Homan said a broader pullout would depend on an end to interference with federal agents.
Operation Defended
Despite criticism, Homan called the enforcement effort effective for public safety, acknowledging it was not a perfect operation but saying federal agencies worked under a unified command.
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