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Los Tigres del Norte Offer Support Amid ICE Operations in Minnesota

Los Tigres del Norte Offer Support Amid ICE Operations in Minnesota

Los Tigres del Norte, a renowned regional Mexican music group, performed in St. Paul, Minnesota, during their Los Tigres Del Mundo tour amidst heightened tensions due to ICE's Operation Metro Surge. The band, known for advocating immigrant rights, aimed to provide comfort and joy to their audience during this challenging time. The concert took place at Grand Casino Arena, marking their largest performance in the Twin Cities. The event coincided with news of an ICE officer being charged with assault, adding to the community's distress.

Hennepin County Prosecutor Charges ICE Officer with Assault on Minneapolis Highway

Hennepin County Prosecutor Charges ICE Officer with Assault on Minneapolis Highway

Hennepin County prosecutor Mary Moriarty has charged Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer Gregory Donnell Morgan Jr. with two counts of second-degree assault. The charges stem from an incident in February where Morgan allegedly pointed a gun at a motorist and passenger on a Minneapolis highway. This case marks the first criminal charge against a federal officer involved in the Trump administration's immigration crackdown in Minnesota. The incident was captured by road cameras, and Morgan was interviewed by investigators, which expedited the case. The charges highlight the ongoing tension between federal immigration enforcement and local authorities in Minnesota.

Minnesota Charges ICE Agent in Road-Rage Incident, Testing State Prosecution of Federal Agents

Minnesota Charges ICE Agent in Road-Rage Incident, Testing State Prosecution of Federal Agents

An ICE agent, Gregory Donnell Morgan Jr., has been charged by Minnesota authorities for brandishing a gun in a road-rage incident. The charges include second-degree assault after Morgan allegedly pointed his gun at a vehicle's occupants while attempting to pass them on the road. This case could test the ability of states to prosecute federal agents for misconduct, particularly in the context of President Trump's mass deportation operations. The incident occurred as Morgan and his partner were returning to the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis. The case is notable because Morgan was not conducting any law enforcement operation at the time, and the incident was captured on video, providing evidence for the prosecution.

ICE Acting Director Todd Lyons Resigns Amid Record Detainee Deaths

ICE Acting Director Todd Lyons Resigns Amid Record Detainee Deaths

Todd Lyons, the acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), has announced his resignation effective May 31, 2026. This decision follows a congressional hearing where Lyons disclosed that 44 individuals have died in ICE custody since he assumed his role in March 2025, marking the highest number of deaths in the agency's history. Lyons' tenure has been marked by aggressive immigration enforcement actions, including operations linked to high-profile cases in Minnesota and Illinois. His resignation is part of a broader shakeup within the Department of Homeland Security, which recently saw the replacement of former Secretary Kristi Noem by Markwayne Mullin.

ICE Agent Charged in Minnesota for Road-Rage Incident

ICE Agent Charged in Minnesota for Road-Rage Incident

An ICE agent, Gregory Donnell Morgan Jr., has been charged by Minnesota authorities with second-degree assault following a road-rage incident. The charges stem from an event where Morgan allegedly brandished a gun at another vehicle while attempting to pass on the shoulder of a road. The incident occurred as Morgan and his partner were returning to the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis. A warrant has been issued for Morgan's arrest. The case could test the ability of state authorities to prosecute federal agents for misconduct, particularly in the context of President Trump's mass deportation operations.

Minnesota Charges ICE Officer with Assault During Immigration Enforcement Surge

Minnesota Charges ICE Officer with Assault During Immigration Enforcement Surge

An ICE officer, Gregory Donnell Morgan Jr., has been charged with two counts of second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon in Minnesota. The charges stem from an incident during an immigration enforcement crackdown, where Morgan allegedly pointed a gun at two motorists on a Minneapolis highway. This marks the first criminal charges against a federal immigration officer for actions taken during the Minnesota immigration surge. The incident occurred on February 5, when Morgan, driving an unmarked SUV, allegedly aimed a handgun at two individuals who attempted to block his vehicle from bypassing traffic. The victims reported the incident to the Minnesota State Patrol, leading to Morgan's identification and subsequent charges.

Minnesota Lawmakers Tackle Financial Aid Fraud with New Bill

Minnesota Lawmakers Tackle Financial Aid Fraud with New Bill

Minnesota lawmakers have proposed a bill to combat the issue of 'ghost students' who fraudulently obtain financial aid. The bill, approved by the Higher Education Finance and Policy Committee, allocates $1.5 million annually for new software at Minnesota State to verify student identities during registration. Ghost students use fake identities to enroll in classes and collect financial aid without attending. The new software will use biometrics and behavioral analysis to confirm student identities, aiming to reduce fraud and improve data accuracy. This initiative follows a warning from U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon about the prevalence of such fraud in Minnesota.

Minnesota Prosecutors Charge ICE Agent with Assault, Issue Nationwide Arrest Warrant

Minnesota Prosecutors Charge ICE Agent with Assault, Issue Nationwide Arrest Warrant

Gregory Donnell Morgan Jr., an ICE agent, has been charged with two counts of assault by Minnesota state prosecutors following a road rage incident. Morgan allegedly pointed his firearm at two individuals in another vehicle while driving on the shoulder of a highway in Minneapolis. The incident is linked to the Trump administration's 'Operation Metro Surge,' which has been criticized for aggressive immigration enforcement actions. Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty announced the charges, marking the first federal agent charged in connection with the operation. The case is part of ongoing investigations into federal agents' conduct in the Twin Cities.

A look at investigations into federal officers months after immigration crackdown in Minnesota

A look at investigations into federal officers months after immigration crackdown in Minnesota

Minnesota officials are pushing forward with investigations of federal law enforcement officers involved in the Trump administration's immigration crackdown in the Twin Cities

Prosecutors in a Minnesota county charge ICE agent with assault

Prosecutors in a Minnesota county charge ICE agent with assault

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, April 16 (Reuters) - Prosecutors in Minnesota's Hennepin County have charged a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent with assault for allegedly pointing his gun at two people in a car along a highway in Minneapolis in February.

Acting US ICE head Todd Lyons to leave agency at end of May

Acting US ICE head Todd Lyons to leave agency at end of May

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, April 16 (Reuters) - The acting head of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency, which has been at the heart of President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown, will leave the federal government at the end of May, the Trump administration said on Thursday.

A Venezuelan doctor in ICE custody misses husband's asylum interview after being detained at airport

A Venezuelan doctor in ICE custody misses husband's asylum interview after being detained at airport

A Venezuelan attends an asylum interview in Southern California while his wife, a doctor, is detained in Texas