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Trump's Immigration Order Sparks Controversy and Legal Battles

2/22/2026

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Trump's Immigration Crackdown

U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration introduces a new immigration order that could arrest thousands of refugees without permanent residency.
The policy is part of Operation PARRIS and HIAS argues it endangers legally present people.
U.S. District Judge John Tunheim blocked the government’s attempt to detain Minnesota refugees because the arrests would be unlawful.
Werder Bremen canceled its planned Minnesota trip due to unrest linked to immigration enforcement.

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Homan Addresses Immigration

Border Czar Tom Homan visited Minnesota in late January to address immigration enforcement under U.S. President Donald Trump, sparking protests.
He announced an end to broad immigration crackdowns, but said undocumented individuals remain subject to enforcement.
Data show a rise in arrests of individuals without criminal records, contradicting Trump's claims that authorities target criminals.
Governor Walz ended his re-election campaign amid a fraud scandal, allowing Senator Amy Klobuchar to run.

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Trump's Immigration Crackdown

U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration introduces a new immigration order that could arrest thousands of refugees without permanent residency.
The policy is part of Operation PARRIS and HIAS argues it endangers legally present people.
U.S. District Judge John Tunheim blocked the government’s attempt to detain Minnesota refugees because the arrests would be unlawful.
Werder Bremen canceled its planned Minnesota trip due to unrest linked to immigration enforcement.

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