Major US City Told ICE ‘NO’

Police U.S. Border Patrol uniform close-up.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey’s executive order shielding ICE agents from city resources signals open defiance against President Trump’s immigration enforcement, prioritizing sanctuary over American sovereignty.

Story Snapshot

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey bans federal ICE agents from using city parking lots during Operation Metro Surge targeting illegal immigrants in the Twin Cities.
Frey condemns raids as “chaotic and terrorizing,” even to legal Somali residents, urging them to carry passports amid community fears.
City leaders like Councilman Jamal Osman resist Trump administration efforts, directing police to ignore ICE and focus solely on local safety.
This local rebellion undermines national border security victories under President Trump, frustrating citizens demanding law and order.

Frey’s Executive Order Blocks ICE Operations

Mayor Jacob Frey signed an executive order prohibiting federal agents from using city-owned parking lots for staging during Operation Metro Surge. The operation targets immigrants, including Somalis, across the Twin Cities. Frey’s action directly hampers federal efforts to enforce immigration laws under President Trump’s directive. This move exemplifies sanctuary city policies that tie federal hands, delaying deportations of those who entered illegally. Local police now prioritize public safety over assisting ICE, sidelining national security concerns.

Raids Spark Outrage from City Leaders

Frey labeled ICE raids chaotic and terrorizing, particularly to the legal Somali community. Reports claim agents targeted churches and workplaces, heightening tensions. Councilman Jamal Osman joined Frey in advising Somalis to carry passports for protection. City officials emphasize protecting all residents regardless of immigration status. This stance ignores the distinction between legal immigrants and illegals burdening American resources. Such rhetoric fuels division while Trump secures borders for citizens first.

Trump’s Operation Metro Surge Advances National Priorities

Operation Metro Surge follows Trump administration plans to ramp up deportations after inflammatory comments on Somalis prompted local resistance. President Trump’s return has delivered border security wins, contrasting sharply with prior open-border failures. Minneapolis resistance erodes these gains, protecting those who flout laws over American taxpayers. Conservative values demand enforcement to preserve jobs, safety, and fiscal responsibility strained by unchecked immigration.

Frey’s defiance highlights ongoing battles between federal authority and woke local leaders. It underscores the need for stronger measures against sanctuary policies that undermine constitutional immigration powers vested in the national government.

Implications for Conservative Victories

Under President Trump, 2025 marks progress in closing borders and ending taxpayer subsidies for illegals, saving billions. Local pushback like Frey’s threatens this momentum, echoing past leftist overreach. Patriots see this as government overreach inverted—cities shielding lawbreakers from just enforcement. Upholding the rule of law strengthens families, communities, and the economy for legal residents.