ICE Raids Linked to Years-Old Fraud Scandal in Minnesota

January 11, 2026 • Google News World

ICE Raids in Minnesota Linked to Years-Old Fraud Scandal

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has been conducting raids in Minneapolis, targeting individuals with outstanding immigration issues. According to documents obtained by news outlets, these operations are connected to a years-old fraud scandal involving the Trump administration.

In 2018, it was reported that thousands of refugee claims were reopened in Minnesota under the Trump administration. This move was part of a broader effort to expedite deportations and target individuals with immigration issues.

Recent reports suggest that federal officers involved in these operations have been relocated from Louisiana to Minneapolis. The exact reasons for this relocation are unclear.

ICE has confirmed that deportation flights and employee arrests have taken place during these enforcement operations. However, the agency has not provided further details on the specific targets of these raids.

The connection between ICE’s operations in Minnesota and the years-old fraud scandal is still being investigated. No further information is available at this time.

Sources:

  • NBC News
  • Bring Me The News
  • MPR News
  • The New York Times
  • Homeland Security (.gov)

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