United States: The Twin Cities—Minneapolis and St. Paul—have found themselves under scrutiny as part of the so-called “Sanctuary Cities,” flagged by the Trump Administration for allegedly defying federal law. An official communiqué is anticipated soon, declaring these cities non-compliant with national immigration directives.
This notice stems from a directive unveiled Thursday by the Department of Homeland Security. The executive mandate implores these jurisdictions to amend their current protocols to align with federal immigration enforcement standards.
The proclamation accuses sanctuary jurisdictions of harboring “perilous criminal non-citizens” and accuses them of “consciously and disgracefully” obstructing the execution of national immigration statutes.
By late Friday, the City of Minneapolis issued a report to 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS. The spokesperson emphasized the city’s dedication to fostering an environment where inclusivity, security, and communal belonging are more than just rhetoric.
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“Minneapolis is anchored in inclusiveness, where safety and mutual respect are paramount. That’s a conviction worth defending. Judicial precedent favors our position—two federal district courts have already thwarted attempts by the Trump Administration to strangle our funding under these pretenses. We will wear any label that mirrors our commitment to all who reside in Minneapolis. We stand in alliance with our communities—today and always.”
Back in January, the Minneapolis Police Department reiterated its allegiance to the city’s immigration stance after a memo from the Department of Justice signaled potential probes into localities not conforming to revised immigration edicts. MPD Chief Brian O’Hara elucidated that officers are restrained from querying immigration status unless it’s germane to specific criminal contexts like trafficking.
Meanwhile, St. Paul, under Mayor Melvin Carter, adheres to a separation ordinance that dates back to 2004. Carter remarked, “Enforcing federal immigration statutes has never been our duty. We do not—and will not—demand identification papers as a prerequisite for civic services.”
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In February, both Minneapolis and St. Paul became co-litigants in a legal challenge targeting the Trump Administration’s attempts to penalize sanctuary cities. This federal suit, initiated by San Francisco, contends the administration’s funding threats are legally unsound. By April, a federal magistrate ruled in favor of the cities, restraining the administration from leveraging federal resources to force compliance—deeming segments of the executive order constitutionally infirm.