US immigration officials have declared a suspension of their ongoing operations in Minneapolis, although they warned that this does not mean a halt to the mass deportations of undocumented immigrants. The city has seen a significant presence of immigration agents, with the current operation involving about 2000 agents. However, many will remain for safety reasons as the operations are scaled back this week and continue into next week.

According to Department of Homeland Security data, approximately 4000 individuals have been arrested since the start of these operations. The authorities emphasized that their efforts to maintain public safety by addressing risks posed by individuals illegally residing in the country would persist. They reiterated commitments made by officials, including President Trump, to enforce strong border security and carry out mass deportations despite misconceptions about a withdrawal from these policies.

The announcement follows a period of heightened activity in immigration enforcement in the Twin Cities, which has stirred considerable public debate and protest over the implications for immigrant communities. The operations have also led to the unfortunate incidents of violence, with two US citizens reported shot during this process, raising concerns about the strategies employed by federal agencies and their impact on local communities.