Operation Metro Surge: Trump's Immigration Crackdown in Minnesota

The Trump administration is withdrawing 700 federal immigration agents from Minnesota while retaining 2,000 on the ground. The deployment, part of a crackdown on immigration, has sparked protests and outrage, especially after agents shot two U.S. citizens. The initiative faces opposition from local officials and Democrats.

The Trump administration has announced the withdrawal of approximately 700 federal immigration enforcement agents from Minnesota, while around 2,000 will remain. This partial rollback comes after a surge of agents earlier this year that sparked protests and confrontations in Minneapolis.

President Trump's extensive immigration enforcement efforts, which included deploying thousands of agents under 'Operation Metro Surge', were part of a larger campaign across the United States. Despite vehement opposition from Minnesota's Democratic leaders and some Republicans, Trump remains committed to his immigration agenda, despite criticism and legal challenges.

Fatal encounters with immigration agents, including the shooting of two U.S. citizens, have intensified public anger. Federal officials, however, report increased cooperation from some local law enforcement, prompting the partial drawdown. The debate continues as communities balance immigration enforcement and public safety concerns.

(With inputs from agencies.)