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Operation Metro Surge Sparks Outrage After Fatal Shootings

1/30/2026

Summary

Story summary

In Minnesota, Operation Metro Surge has deployed over 3,000 federal agents, triggering backlash after two U.S. citizens Renee Good and Alex Pretti were fatally shot.
U.S. President Donald Trump sent Border Czar Tom Homan to oversee the operation.
Homan indicated a potential drawdown of agents contingent on local cooperation.
Trump contradicted Homan, saying there would be no pullback.
Governor Tim Walz and Mayor Jacob Frey called for ending the operation.

History

Historical Context

Operation Wetback, initiated in June 1954 under President Eisenhower, aimed to deport undocumented Mexican immigrants, resulting in over 250,000 removals in its first year. This controversial operation utilized military-style tactics and faced significant backlash, as it also affected legal residents. Today’s Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota echoes this history, reigniting debates on immigration policy and the balance of federal and local authority.

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Story summary

In Minnesota, Operation Metro Surge has deployed over 3,000 federal agents, triggering backlash after two U.S. citizens Renee Good and Alex Pretti were fatally shot.
U.S. President Donald Trump sent Border Czar Tom Homan to oversee the operation.
Homan indicated a potential drawdown of agents contingent on local cooperation.
Trump contradicted Homan, saying there would be no pullback.
Governor Tim Walz and Mayor Jacob Frey called for ending the operation.

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