Is ICE ramping up? After slowdown, observers report more sightings across the Twin Cities

By: Katelyn Vue

Outlets: Sahan Journal

Published: May 19, 2026

Words: 1,277

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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Federal immigration officers have increased their surveillance activities around Twin Cities neighborhoods in recent weeks, and although the number of arrests appears to be far below the peak of Operation Metro Surge, observers are warning residents to stay vigilant.

This month, officers are leaving the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building more frequently than in April, often wearing face coverings, say the observers.

They are surveilling neighborhoods that were targeted during Operation Metro Surge: …

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