Feb 12 • 14:44 UTC 🇱🇹 Lithuania 15min

US Border Coordinator says operation against migrants in Minnesota will be completed

US Border Security official Thomas Homan announced during a press briefing in Minneapolis that a significant operation targeting migrants will conclude soon, indicating a strategic shift from previous policies under the Trump administration.

Thomas Homan, a senior U.S. Border Security official, announced in Minneapolis that the operation targeting migrants in Minnesota will soon conclude, reflecting a possible shift in immigration enforcement policies. Homan noted that significant reductions in the scale of these operations are already underway this week and will continue into the next week. This decision appears to be linked to the requirement for cooperation from state and local officials if the Trump administration plans to decrease the number of immigration control officers in the area.

The context of this announcement stems from recent tragic events, including the deaths of two U.S. citizens, Renee Good and Alex Pretti, for which federal agents were responsible. These incidents have sparked protests against mass deportation raids conceived by the Trump administration, which utilized masked and heavily armed officers. Critics argue that such aggressive tactics exacerbate fear within immigrant communities and undermine trust in law enforcement.

With Homan being sent to Minneapolis following these violent incidents, the Trump administration seems to be attempting to ease tensions within the community. By signaling a reduction in aggressive immigration operations, the administration may be seeking to balance its hardline stance on immigration enforcement with the need to maintain public safety and community trust in law enforcement agencies. This evolving situation highlights the complexities of immigration policy during a politically charged climate.

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