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Trump Demands Cooperation from Minnesota Leaders on Immigration

1/31/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Minnesota leaders for not cooperating with federal immigration enforcement after the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by ICE agents.
He urged Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey to work with his administration.
State officials clarified Minneapolis has a non-cooperation policy, while state prisons notify ICE about nearing-release noncitizens.
A 2025 advisory opinion limits holding immigrants solely on ICE detainers.
Trump has threatened to cut funding to sanctuary cities.

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U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Minnesota leaders for not cooperating with federal immigration enforcement after the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by ICE agents.
He urged Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey to work with his administration.
State officials clarified Minneapolis has a non-cooperation policy, while state prisons notify ICE about nearing-release noncitizens.
A 2025 advisory opinion limits holding immigrants solely on ICE detainers.
Trump has threatened to cut funding to sanctuary cities.