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Governors Call for Immigration Enforcement Overhaul After Shootings

1/27/2026

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Stitt Advocates Immigration Reform

National Governors Association, led by Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt, urged a reset of U.S. immigration enforcement after two fatal shootings in Minneapolis.
Stitt criticized federal tactics as causing public concern.
A poll found 58% of Americans say U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement oversteps its bounds.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump about reducing immigration agents in the state.
Republican Chris Madel withdrew from the gubernatorial race.

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Madel Withdraws Criticizing Immigration

Chris Madel, a Minnesota Republican gubernatorial candidate, withdrew, criticizing the Trump administration's immigration enforcement.
He expressed concern about fear among citizens of color and condemned Operation Metro Surge.
He cited local law enforcement officers targeted by ICE and called federal raids unconstitutional.
His departure follows the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis.
Other Republican candidates remain in the race, including Mike Lindell.

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Stitt Advocates Immigration Reform

National Governors Association, led by Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt, urged a reset of U.S. immigration enforcement after two fatal shootings in Minneapolis.
Stitt criticized federal tactics as causing public concern.
A poll found 58% of Americans say U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement oversteps its bounds.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump about reducing immigration agents in the state.
Republican Chris Madel withdrew from the gubernatorial race.

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