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Activists Clash with DHS Over Immigration Enforcement in Minnesota

2/6/2026

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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reported anti-ICE activists in Minnesota obstruct federal immigration enforcement.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem says strict enforcement is needed and local resistance complicates operations.
Activists allegedly prevented ICE from arresting Jozias Natanael Carmona-Pena, charged with lewd acts with a child.
Noem criticizes Minnesota leadership for not cooperating with federal efforts, claiming it has led to crime and fraud.

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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reported anti-ICE activists in Minnesota obstruct federal immigration enforcement.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem says strict enforcement is needed and local resistance complicates operations.
Activists allegedly prevented ICE from arresting Jozias Natanael Carmona-Pena, charged with lewd acts with a child.
Noem criticizes Minnesota leadership for not cooperating with federal efforts, claiming it has led to crime and fraud.