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Minneapolis Woman Files Claim Against DHS for ICE Assault

4/20/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Aliya Rahman, a Minneapolis resident, filed a tort claim against the Department of Homeland Security over her treatment by ICE officers in January.
While en route to a medical appointment, federal agents smashed her car window and denied her medical care at an ICE facility.
Rahman testified before Congress, and attorney Jessica Gingold described the claim as a step toward accountability for alleged assault and negligence.

History

Historical Context

The ACLU's 2019 report on ICE highlighted systemic abuses against immigrants, documenting over 200 cases. This scrutiny echoes historical challenges surrounding immigration enforcement, notably the 2017 rescission of DACA, which sparked widespread legal battles and protests. Aliya Rahman's recent claim against the Department of Homeland Security underscores ongoing concerns about civil rights and accountability in U.S. immigration practices.

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Story summary

Aliya Rahman, a Minneapolis resident, filed a tort claim against the Department of Homeland Security over her treatment by ICE officers in January.
While en route to a medical appointment, federal agents smashed her car window and denied her medical care at an ICE facility.
Rahman testified before Congress, and attorney Jessica Gingold described the claim as a step toward accountability for alleged assault and negligence.

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