MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A U.S. District Judge in Minnesota has issued a ruling limiting the actions of federal officers involved in immigration enforcement operations. Judge Kate Menendez declared that officers in the Minneapolis area are prohibited from detaining or using tear gas against peaceful protesters. This decision stems from a case filed in December by six local activists, alleging that federal enforcement actions violate constitutional rights. Thousands have been observing ICE and Border Patrol's operations since early December, igniting a broader discussion about immigration policies and civil liberties. The ACLU of Minnesota represents the activists, focusing on the protection of the Twin Cities residents’ rights, while government attorneys argue that the officers acted within their legal framework to enforce immigration laws.
Federal Judge Rules Against Immigration Officers' Actions in Minneapolis Protests
A U.S. District Judge in Minnesota has ruled that federal officers cannot detain or use tear gas on peaceful protesters during immigration enforcement operations. This decision comes amid heightened scrutiny of ICE and Border Patrol activities in the Minneapolis area.
In a significant ruling, U.S. District Judge Kate Menendez has determined that federal officers involved in immigration enforcement in the Minneapolis area cannot detain or use tear gas against peaceful demonstrators. The ruling addresses concerns raised by activists represented by the ACLU of Minnesota, emphasizing the constitutional rights of residents amidst the controversial immigration policies of the previous administration. Government attorneys defended the actions of ICE and Border Patrol, asserting compliance with legal authority.
