A federal court judge has heard arguments on Minnesota's challenge to the Trump administration's immigration enforcement crackdown that led to two fatal shootings by federal officers. U.S. District Judge Katherine Menendez is considering whether to grant requests by the state and cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul to temporarily halt the operation.
Lawyers for the state and Twin Cities argued that the situation on the streets has become dire, requiring a court order to stop the federal government's enforcement actions. Minnesota Assistant Attorney General Brian Carter stated that if this is not stopped immediately, "I don't think anybody who is seriously looking at this problem can have much faith in how our republic is going to go in the future."
In contrast, the Justice Department's lawyers claimed that the lawsuit was "legally frivolous" and argued that Minnesota wants a veto over federal law enforcement. They asked the judge to reject the request or stay her order pending an anticipated appeal.
Judge Menendez questioned the government's motivation behind the crackdown, expressing skepticism about a letter sent by Attorney General Pam Bondi to Governor Tim Walz. She expressed concern about the line between violating the Constitution and the executive's power to enforce immigration law.
The case has significant implications for other states that may become targets of increased federal immigration enforcement operations. A group of 20 attorneys general from across the country, including California, have filed a friend-of-the-court brief supporting Minnesota.
In another development, President Donald Trump announced that he would send border czar Tom Homan to Minnesota. The president's statement comes after Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino answered questions about Pretti's shooting.
Lawyers for the state and Twin Cities argued that the situation on the streets has become dire, requiring a court order to stop the federal government's enforcement actions. Minnesota Assistant Attorney General Brian Carter stated that if this is not stopped immediately, "I don't think anybody who is seriously looking at this problem can have much faith in how our republic is going to go in the future."
In contrast, the Justice Department's lawyers claimed that the lawsuit was "legally frivolous" and argued that Minnesota wants a veto over federal law enforcement. They asked the judge to reject the request or stay her order pending an anticipated appeal.
Judge Menendez questioned the government's motivation behind the crackdown, expressing skepticism about a letter sent by Attorney General Pam Bondi to Governor Tim Walz. She expressed concern about the line between violating the Constitution and the executive's power to enforce immigration law.
The case has significant implications for other states that may become targets of increased federal immigration enforcement operations. A group of 20 attorneys general from across the country, including California, have filed a friend-of-the-court brief supporting Minnesota.
In another development, President Donald Trump announced that he would send border czar Tom Homan to Minnesota. The president's statement comes after Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino answered questions about Pretti's shooting.
. Like, what's the point of a friend-of-the-court brief if you're not gonna get any real traction on this issue? 
And now that Trump is sending some low-level dude Tom Homan to Minnesota, I'm pretty sure nothing's gonna change... meanwhile, the situation is still getting more dire by the day 
. Hasn't anyone thought about how this crackdown could be a major setback for US values of fairness and equality? 
. I'm all for states having a say in how their laws are enforced, but at the same time, you gotta wonder what's driving the government to take such drastic measures. Like, I get that immigration is a big deal, but do we really need the feds cracking down like this? It feels like there's a lot of politics going on here and not a whole lot of facts being considered 
. I mean, what's next? Sending in more troops or something?! It's all just a big mess 
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... and why did Trump send his border guy to Minnesota? like isn't that just gonna make things worse? 
. and what's up with pam bondi's letter? seems like a total waste of her time trying to cover her own backside 
. this whole thing is just gonna be a huge mess, can't wait to see what happens next 
these lawyers are just spouting off about "our republic" but who's really looking out for us? 
. And now we've got President Trump sending his border czar, Tom Homan, to Minnesota because that's exactly what you do when you want to defuse a situation - send the guy with the big stick 
. I'm surprised California hasn't filed for asylum yet 
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. Judge Menendez's skepticism about the government's motivations is well-founded, and it's heartening to see her questioning the constitutionality of such actions 
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. The presence of Tom Homan in Minnesota also highlights the need for greater transparency and accountability in federal immigration enforcement - it's time to hold those in power accountable for their actions 
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. I mean, can't they just let the state figure out its own problems for once?
the fact that cities are begging for a court order to stop federal immigration enforcement and still have a government official (Tom Homan) being sent to Minnesota to crack down on people is just... wow 
what's next? 
. I think it's essential for us to consider the implications of this crackdown on our communities, especially those with a high immigrant population 
. It's time we talk about this issue without fear or bias 
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so i'm thinking... if we gotta stop the fed from enforcing immigration laws, what's the bigger picture here? 
like, is it just a case of states vs feds or is there something deeper going on? 
and I'm not sure if our republic is as solid as Brian Carter makes it out to seem 
... gotta keep an eye on this one 
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. As for Judge Menendez's skepticism towards the government's motivation, I think she's right to question it 
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. If Minnesota can halt federal immigration enforcement operations temporarily, what's to stop other states from doing the same? It's only fair that we prioritize public safety and due process over politics 
... the fact that they were shot by federal officers is just heartbreaking 
... and that Assistant Attorney General Brian Carter's words really hit home 
... I wish President Trump would use his platform to try and find some common ground instead of dividing people 
! But what's really getting me is that Trump is sending his border czar Tom Homan to Minnesota... like, what's next? Is he gonna start enforcing it himself? 
This whole thing is just so dramatic and scary