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Trump Ends Operation Metro Surge Amid Protests and Shootings

2/13/2026

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Trump Ends Operation

The U.S. President Donald Trump will end Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota after protests and two fatal shootings by federal agents.
Border czar Tom Homan announced the withdrawal of 700 agents, reducing the presence to pre-surge levels.
The operation began in December and resulted in over 4,000 arrests, including many without criminal records.
Minnesota officials criticized the federal response as obstructing state investigations into the shootings and called for accountability.

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Harris Advocates Community Resilience

Former Vice President Kamala Harris, at a Georgia book tour stop, praised Minneapolis' response to immigration enforcement as a "beautiful example" for the United States.
She emphasized the need for "intolerance" against threats to the community and urged people to reclaim power amid fear.
Harris discussed her upbringing and political landscape, indirectly referencing U.S. President Donald Trump.
She concluded by stressing the importance of fighting for foundational principles and ideals.

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Historical Context

Operation Metro Surge, initiated by ICE in December 2025, aimed to enforce immigration laws in Minnesota, resulting in over 3,000 arrests, including U.S. citizens. The operation faced backlash after the fatal shooting of Renée Good by an ICE agent on January 7, 2026, sparking widespread protests. The recent decision to end the operation reflects ongoing tensions between federal authorities and local governments regarding immigration enforcement.

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Trump Ends Operation

The U.S. President Donald Trump will end Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota after protests and two fatal shootings by federal agents.
Border czar Tom Homan announced the withdrawal of 700 agents, reducing the presence to pre-surge levels.
The operation began in December and resulted in over 4,000 arrests, including many without criminal records.
Minnesota officials criticized the federal response as obstructing state investigations into the shootings and called for accountability.

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