A criminal investigation has been launched by the Justice Department, targeting Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey. The focus: allegations of interference with the operations of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
The investigation reportedly centers on public statements made by both Walz and Frey, statements that have drawn the intense scrutiny of Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche. This escalation follows a period of unrest and riots within Minnesota.
Blanche’s comments were stark and direct, publicly stating his intention to halt what he termed “terrorism” by Walz and Frey, framing it not as a threat, but as a firm commitment. The language used signaled a significant hardening of stance from the Justice Department.
ICE routinely operates in numerous counties across the nation without incident, its personnel dedicated to their duties of protecting communities. The current situation in Minnesota, however, is being characterized as a stark departure from the norm.
The unrest is being directly linked to the actions and rhetoric of the state and city leadership, with accusations that Walz and Frey actively encouraged violence against law enforcement. This has ignited a firestorm of controversy and fueled the federal investigation.
Subpoenas have reportedly been issued to both Governor Walz and Mayor Frey, compelling their cooperation with the Justice Department’s inquiry. This marks a dramatic escalation in the ongoing conflict between federal authorities and Democratic leaders in the region.
Sources familiar with the matter indicate the investigation stems from concerns over the public statements made by Walz and Frey regarding the deployment of thousands of ICE and Border Patrol agents to the Minneapolis area in recent weeks. The nature of those statements is now under intense legal review.