DHS Secretary Kristi Noem has revealed the alarming consequences of Minnesota’s sanctuary policies, exposing how Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey deliberately obstructed federal law enforcement by ignoring over 1,360 ICE detainer requests. This non-compliance allowed nearly 470 criminal illegal aliens to be released back onto American streets, forcing the Trump administration to launch “Operation Metro Surge” to protect public safety. The confrontation has escalated, with the Department of Justice opening a criminal probe into Walz and Frey for allegedly conspiring to impede federal agents.
Story Highlights
- Walz and Frey refused to honor 1,360 ICE detainers, releasing 470 criminal illegal immigrants into Minneapolis.
- Federal agents arrested over 10,000 criminal illegal aliens, including 3,000 murderers, rapists, and pedophiles.
- DOJ opened criminal probe into Walz and Frey for allegedly conspiring to impede federal law enforcement.
- Minnesota officials filed lawsuit against DHS while continuing to obstruct immigration enforcement operations.
Sanctuary Politicians Enable Criminal Release
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem revealed the alarming extent of Minnesota’s sanctuary policies, documenting how Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey systematically ignored 1,360 federal ICE detainer requests. These detainers specifically targeted criminal illegal aliens already in local custody, but local officials chose to release them back into communities rather than transfer them to federal authorities. This deliberate non-compliance forced the Trump administration to deploy over 3,000 ICE and Border Patrol agents to Minneapolis for “Operation Metro Surge” to protect American citizens.
DHS tells Walz, Frey to honor ICE detainers after nearly 470 criminal aliens released | Fox News https://t.co/qMQ7hRbuIE
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Massive Criminal Alien Roundup Yields Disturbing Results
The federal operation resulted in arrests of over 10,000 criminal illegal aliens in the Minneapolis area, with Noem highlighting that approximately 3,000 of those arrested were murderers, rapists, and pedophiles. The scale of criminal activity among those released by local authorities demonstrates the dangerous consequences of sanctuary policies that prioritize illegal alien protection over public safety. Noem announced the deployment of additional ICE agents to continue enforcement operations, emphasizing the need to restore “PEACE AND PUBLIC SAFETY” to communities terrorized by criminal aliens.
Federal-State Confrontation Escalates to Criminal Investigation
The Department of Justice opened a criminal probe into both Walz and Frey for allegedly conspiring to impede federal law enforcement operations. Federal investigators are examining statements and actions by both officials that actively encouraged organized resistance against ICE agents. Frey issued an executive order barring federal agents from using city property and publicly told ICE to “get the f—- out,” while Walz’s office dismissed DHS claims as “categorically false” despite documented evidence of non-compliance.
Minnesota Officials Double Down on Obstruction
Rather than cooperating with federal immigration enforcement, Minnesota’s Attorney General filed a complaint against DHS and Noem, challenging their characterization of state officials as “sanctuary politicians.” The Minnesota Department of Corrections claimed they “always coordinate” with ICE, directly contradicting federal documentation showing systematic non-compliance with detainer requests. This legal maneuvering represents a clear attempt to obstruct legitimate federal immigration enforcement while protecting criminal aliens from deportation.
Constitutional Crisis Over Immigration Enforcement
The confrontation highlights fundamental questions about federal supremacy in immigration matters versus local sanctuary policies that undermine constitutional law enforcement. DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin accused Walz and Frey of “actively encouraging organized resistance” against federal agents, creating dangerous conditions for both law enforcement and communities. This represents a direct challenge to federal authority and constitutional principles governing immigration enforcement, with potential criminal charges pending against elected officials who prioritize illegal alien protection over American citizen safety.
Watch the report: DOJ investigating Gov. Tim Walz, Mayor Jacob Frey over alleged conspiracy to hinder ICE agents
Sources:
- DHS Calls on Governor Walz and Mayor Frey to Honor ICE Arrest Detainers of More than 1,360 Criminal Illegal Aliens in the State’s Custody | Homeland Security
- Department of Justice investigating Gov. Walz, Minneapolis Mayor Frey, U.S. officials say
- State disputes ICE claim: ‘1,360 criminal illegal aliens in Minnesota’s custody’ | National
