Feds in talks with Minnesota counties to give ICE more access to local jails

One proposal would allow county jails to house immigrant detainees for up to 48 hours past their scheduled release dates.

By: Mohamed Ibrahim

Outlets: Sahan Journal

Published: February 5, 2026

Words: 800

Last Updated: 1 month, 1 week ago

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Talks between federal immigration authorities and county sheriffs across Minnesota could produce a plan that would give Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) greater access to local jails.

The Minnesota Sheriff’s Association has been leading discussions with the Trump administration’s border czar Tom Homan in recent weeks that could allow counties to enter into agreements with the federal government allowing them to hold detainees after their scheduled release. The discussions have also led to improved access …

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