The U.S. federal government made it clear that there will be
no changes in the enforcement of immigration laws in Minneapolis. Tom Homan,
White House Border Policy Advisor, stated that authorities will continue to
enforce existing legislation, which includes the detention and possible
deportation of individuals who remain in the country without legal
authorization.
During his remarks, Homan emphasized that federal
immigration laws apply throughout the nation, regardless of the positions that
local governments may adopt. He explained that irregular immigration status
remains sufficient grounds for initiating legal proceedings, and therefore, the
operations will not cease in the region.
The official maintained that these actions reflect the
federal government's responsibility to maintain order and ensure compliance
with the law. He also defended the work of the agencies responsible for
immigration enforcement, asserting that their interventions prioritize public
safety and operate within the established legal framework.
The statements come amid a debate in Minnesota, where some
city leaders have expressed disagreement with the presence of federal agents
and questioned the impact of these measures on immigrant communities. However,
Washington insists that immigration policy is a federal matter and that
authorities will continue their operations as long as the legislation remains
unchanged.
The statement reinforces the White House's message: the
immigration enforcement strategy will remain active in Minneapolis, despite the
political controversy surrounding these actions.