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ICE Launches Major Crackdown on Immigration Fraud in Minneapolis

1/7/2026

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Federal law enforcement intensified its presence in Minneapolis with an immigration operation targeting fraud and illegal employment.
The crackdown followed allegations of social services fraud, particularly affecting the Somali community.
Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons described the operation as the agency's largest to date.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed arrests, including a suspect wanted for murder and sexual assault.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said he would not seek reelection.

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Federal law enforcement intensified its presence in Minneapolis with an immigration operation targeting fraud and illegal employment.
The crackdown followed allegations of social services fraud, particularly affecting the Somali community.
Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons described the operation as the agency's largest to date.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem confirmed arrests, including a suspect wanted for murder and sexual assault.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said he would not seek reelection.