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Trump's Policies Boost State Safety Amid Minnesota's Sanctuary Struggles

2/18/2026

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Tom Homan, the border czar, said U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration should be thanked for improving state safety through immigration policies.
Homan said Minnesota's sanctuary status had hindered cooperation with federal agencies.
He asserted that the Trump administration's actions have made ICE operations safer and more effective.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz proposed a $10 million relief package for affected businesses.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey cited a $203 million loss.

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Tom Homan, the border czar, said U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration should be thanked for improving state safety through immigration policies.
Homan said Minnesota's sanctuary status had hindered cooperation with federal agencies.
He asserted that the Trump administration's actions have made ICE operations safer and more effective.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz proposed a $10 million relief package for affected businesses.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey cited a $203 million loss.