The Trump administration announced on Thursday the end of its aggressive anti-immigration operation in Minnesota, an initiative that incited protests and widespread public outcry after the fatalities of two American citizens during these protests. This operation involved thousands of agents from the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and other federal agencies conducting raids targeting undocumented immigrants across the state. However, during this operation, U.S. citizens also became victims, raising significant concerns about the methods used.

Tom Homan, a senior official from the Trump administration, stated at a press conference near Minneapolis that the decision to conclude the operation was in response to the mounting tensions it caused within communities. He noted that a significant reduction in operation scale had already begun that week and would continue into the following week. While Homan mentioned that some federal agents would remain in Minnesota, he did not elaborate on their exact numbers, leaving the community to speculate about the potential continued presence of ICE in the area.

The announcement has been met with relief from many local residents who felt threatened by the operation. Homan asserted that the communities in the Twin Cities, which includes Minneapolis and St. Paul, would be safer due to the administration's efforts. The termination of the operation highlights the ongoing national debate surrounding immigration policies and the balance between security and community wellbeing, especially in areas with diverse populations.