Minneapolis is under ‘siege’ by emboldened ICEBy Maanvi Singh / The GuardianThe Minneapolis Star Tribune editorial board described the administration of US President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement operation in the Twin Cities as “a military occupation.” Local leaders have used words such as “siege” and “invasion.” After a week of reporting in Minneapolis and St Paul, I would not know how else to describe the scene. I was in Chicago in January last year, when the administration assigned hundreds of federal agents to conduct “enhanced targeted operations” in the city. The government has assigned about 3,000 federal agents to Minnesota in what it is calling its largest enforcement operation to date. Minneapolis’ 911 dispatchers have been overwhelmed by calls from residents who have encountered immigration enforcement. Some restaurants that are still open have posted signs barring federal agents and locked their doors — urging patrons to knock or ring a bell for entry.

Source: Taipei Times January 26, 2026 17:50 UTC