Trump Border Czar Announces End of Federal Immigration Surge in Minnesota
Tom Homan confirms drawdown of Operation Metro Surge after months of intensified enforcement and public debate
Border czar Tom Homan has confirmed that the Trump administration is ending its large-scale federal immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota, marking a shift after months of heightened activity across the state.
Speaking in Minneapolis, Homan said the operation — known as Operation Metro Surge — would be formally wound down following what he described as successful enforcement outcomes and improved coordination with local authorities.
He stated that federal resources deployed during the surge would be reduced in phases over the coming days.
The operation, launched late last year, brought a significant number of federal immigration officers to the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area and surrounding communities.
Administration officials said the initiative focused on individuals identified as public safety threats, resulting in a substantial number of arrests.
The surge drew strong reactions from local officials and advocacy groups, who raised concerns about enforcement tactics and community disruption.
Demonstrations took place in several cities, reflecting broader national debates over immigration enforcement and federal authority.
Minnesota state and city leaders acknowledged the announcement while emphasizing continued attention to community stability and legal protections.
Federal officials, meanwhile, stressed that routine immigration enforcement will continue nationwide under existing policy frameworks.
The conclusion of the Minnesota surge represents a notable development in the administration’s immigration strategy, as policymakers weigh enforcement priorities alongside local governance concerns.