Minnesota, ICE and Protests
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Appearing on CBS’s “ Face the Nation ” Sunday, the conversation kicked off after Brennan asked Noem to detail the percentage of immigrants that had been taken into custody by ICE who “actually committed a criminal versus just [a] civil infraction.”
Kristi Noem, the homeland security secretary, said officers had not used pepper spray and similar measures limited by a judge’s order, then was confronted with a video that showed chemical agents deployed.
A Trump administration immigration official said federal agents will continue using tear gas against violent protesters in Minneapolis, pushing back after a judge barred its use on peaceful demonstrators.
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Now, 1,500 active-duty soldiers are on standby for possible deployment to the area — so too is the Minnesota National Guard — as President Trump has said he's considering the insurrection act. Around midday Sunday, no federal officers were spotted standing guard outside Whipple, but Hennepin County sheriff's deputies were on scene.
The Minnesota Twins are welcoming two familiar faces back into the organization, as recently retired players Ryan Pressly and Michael A. Taylor have both joined the club in new roles. MLB insider Jon Heyman reported the news on Saturday, noting that the Twins moved quickly to bring back both players shortly after Pressly announced his retirement.
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Minnesota National Guard placed on standby to support law enforcement as protests turn violent
Minnesota National Guard members will wear yellow reflective vests to distinguish themselves from other law enforcement if activated during anti-ICE protests.
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Libyan man in Minnesota for medical treatment for rare skin condition is detained by ICE agents
Hani Duglof and his brother Mohamad Duklef left Libya more than a decade ago, unable to find relief for a rare condition that threatens to leave their skin torn and blistered at even the slightest provocation.