Minnesota Democrats propose bills cracking down on federal agents

By: Michelle Griffith

Outlets: Minnesota Reformer

Published: February 20, 2026

Words: 629

Last Updated: 4 hours, 6 minutes ago

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Minnesota Democrats in the first few days of the 2026 legislative session have proposed a slew of bills to hold federal agents accountable for constitutional abuses and limit their conduct.

The Trump administration sent 3,000 immigration enforcement agents here beginning late last year, which ignited massive resistance and resulted in the killings of two American citizens.

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