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Trump Revokes Minnesota Pardon, ICE Deports Tou Lue Vang

7/11/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration revoked Tou Lue Vang’s status after a Minnesota pardon sparked controversy.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deported Vang following the revocation.
The Minnesota Board of Pardons, including Governor Tim Walz, voted on June 10 to grant Vang a pardon despite his 2006 first-degree criminal sexual conduct conviction.
A victim-written supporting letter expressed forgiveness, while the Ramsey County Attorney’s Office opposed the pardon.

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration revoked Tou Lue Vang’s status after a Minnesota pardon sparked controversy.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) deported Vang following the revocation.
The Minnesota Board of Pardons, including Governor Tim Walz, voted on June 10 to grant Vang a pardon despite his 2006 first-degree criminal sexual conduct conviction.
A victim-written supporting letter expressed forgiveness, while the Ramsey County Attorney’s Office opposed the pardon.