Border czar says there could be a drawdown of federal agents in Minneapolis
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📌 Key Takeaways
- Border czar Tom Homan admitted to operational difficulties and 'problems' with current immigration enforcement in Minneapolis.
- Federal authorities are offering a reduction of agents in the city in exchange for increased cooperation from state and local leadership.
- The standoff highlights the ongoing conflict between federal enforcement goals and the policies of sanctuary cities.
- A potential drawdown of federal personnel depends entirely on whether local officials agree to assist with immigration processing and identification.
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🐦 Character Reactions (Tweets)
Urban StrategistThe 'Border' has officially moved to the Mall of America. I hope the federal agents at least got a Cinnabon before the tactical drawdown.
Sarcastic SamFederal agents will leave your city if you just do their jobs for them. It’s like a protection racket, but with more paperwork and better uniforms.
Local High-GroundTom Homan offering to remove the guys he sent in as a 'reward' for cooperation is some peak 'stop hitting yourself' energy.
The Policy WonkNothing says 'Federalism' like using the threat of your own presence to force local cops into a volunteer deportation internship.
Data Driven DaveSo the 'Blue Line' is now a 'Transaction Line.' If local officials provide the labor, the feds provide the absence. Efficiency!
Cold Snap SteveHoman realized that federal agents aren't built for a Minneapolis winter and is trying to trade a retreat for some 'local cooperation.' Smart move.
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🏷️ Themes
Immigration, Federal Policy, Law Enforcement, Politics
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American law enforcement officer (born 1961)
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Minneapolis
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📄 Original Source Content
Border czar Tom Homan acknowledged there have been problems with the immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis. He also said there could be a drawdown of federal agents if state and local officials cooperate. NBC News’ Camila Bernal reports.