Minnesota sues federal government in attempt to stop ICE surge

By: Andrew Hazzard

Outlets: Sahan Journal

Published: January 12, 2026

Words: 630

Last Updated: 2 months, 1 week ago

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Minnesota filed a lawsuit against the federal government Monday in an attempt to block the surge of immigration activity in the Twin Cities.

Attorney General Keith Ellison announced the lawsuit alongside Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her at a press conference Monday. The cities are joining the state in the litigation filed against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Ellison said a court date has not been set, but …

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