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Trump's Subpoenas Target Minnesota Officials Amid Justice Tensions

1/22/2026

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Five Minnesota officials received subpoenas from U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration accusing them of obstructing justice by not cooperating with federal agents.
Despite similar actions by other state leaders, none have faced obstruction charges.
Former prosecutor Sarah Krissoff notes subpoenas may not yield charges.
She notes tensions among federal, state officials over ICE and a Minnesota lawsuit.
The Justice Department has broad powers that do not guarantee convictions.

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Five Minnesota officials received subpoenas from U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration accusing them of obstructing justice by not cooperating with federal agents.
Despite similar actions by other state leaders, none have faced obstruction charges.
Former prosecutor Sarah Krissoff notes subpoenas may not yield charges.
She notes tensions among federal, state officials over ICE and a Minnesota lawsuit.
The Justice Department has broad powers that do not guarantee convictions.