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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
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Catherine Armecin Martin

Minneapolis Mayor Says City Is 'Invaded By Our Own Federal Government' Amid ICE's Immigration Crackdown

The streets of Minneapolis have transformed into a theatre of federal force, as Mayor Jacob Frey issues a blistering condemnation of the Trump administration's latest immigration manoeuvres. In a move that has escalated local-federal tensions to a breaking point, the mayor described the surge of agents as an unprecedented occupation to 'intimidate' them.

The city, known for its vibrant immigrant culture, is currently navigating 'Operation Metro Surge', a massive federal initiative that has seen thousands of armed agents descend upon the Twin Cities. For Mayor Frey, the presence of these forces is not a matter of law enforcement, but a direct assault on the city's sovereignty and the residents' safety.

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