President Donald Trump's administration has decided to conclude its immigration enforcement operation in Minnesota, as announced by 'border czar' Tom Homan. Over the past two months, this operation has led to mass arrests, protests, and the deaths of two civilians in Minneapolis by federal agents. Homan characterized the initiative as a success, highlighting that more than 4,000 individuals were arrested in Minneapolis and its neighboring city, Saint Paul. During a press conference, he claimed that these raids have made Minnesota safer, reiterating that the state is no longer a safe haven for criminals.

This announcement indicates a retreat by the administration from its support for the controversial operation, which drew significant criticism and was perceived as more volatile than similar initiatives in cities like Chicago and Los Angeles. The timing is notable, as a recent AP-NORC poll revealed that a majority of Americans believe Trump’s immigration policies had gone too far. Homan stated last week that 700 federal agents would be leaving Minnesota immediately, although approximately 2,000 would remain in the state. He noted that while thousands of agents deployed to the state would return to their previous duties, security teams would stay on to address what he referred to as possible "disruptions" to their operations.

Authorities in Minnesota expressed hope for a period of calm following this controversial operation. The deaths of two citizens amidst the federal enforcement actions highlighted growing tensions and backlash against aggressive immigration enforcement in the state. This situation has raised questions about the balance between maintaining public safety and the treatment of immigrant communities, signaling a shift in the national conversation surrounding immigration policy and enforcement practices in the U.S.