Minneapolis shootings put Trump’s immigration surge at centre of election-year fight
Summary
Two fatal shootings by federal agents in Minneapolis have intensified the national debate over President Trump's aggressive immigration crackdown, placing it at the center of the 2024 election-year political battle.
Key Points
- Two US citizens were killed by federal immigration agents during enforcement operations in Minneapolis, sparking protests and political backlash.
- Democrats oppose funding for ICE and Customs and Border Protection amid calls to overhaul these agencies due to enforcement tactics.
- President Trump defends the crackdown as central to his 2024 presidential campaign and blames Democrats for resulting chaos.
- Some Republicans express concern over ICE tactics, with calls for investigations and demands for accountability following the shootings.
