Minnesota Sues Trump Amid Increased ICE Arrests Nationwide
January 13, 2026 • Al Jazeera
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Agents Make Additional Arrests Amid Ongoing Protests in Minneapolis
In the days following the fatal shooting of Renee Wahiya Good by an ICE officer, US immigration agents have made additional arrests in Minneapolis. The incident occurred on [date] and has sparked widespread protests against the agency.
According to reports, ICE agents have been involved in clashes with protesters in the city. The agency’s presence in Minneapolis has been a subject of controversy, with some residents expressing concerns about the impact of increased immigration enforcement on local communities.
Separately, Minnesota officials have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, seeking to block a planned deployment of additional ICE agents to the state. The lawsuit alleges that the deployment is unlawful and seeks to prevent the agency from carrying out its plans.
The lawsuit was filed by the State of Minnesota, which claims that the deployment would violate federal law and undermine the state’s authority to regulate immigration. The Trump administration has not commented on the lawsuit.
ICE officials have declined to comment on the agency’s activities in Minneapolis or the lawsuit filed against them. The agency has stated only that it is committed to enforcing immigration laws and protecting national security.
The situation remains fluid, with ongoing protests and demonstrations taking place in Minneapolis. The deployment of additional ICE agents has sparked concerns about public safety and the impact on local communities.
Source: Al Jazeera