Minneapolis Mayor Condemns ICE After Deadly Incident: "Leave Immediately"

In a sharp rebuke following the killing of a woman by an ICE officer, Mayor Jacob Frey demanded federal immigration authorities exit Minneapolis immediately.

During a press briefing that followed the incident, Mayor Frey expressed, "Minneapolis neither requests nor requires your presence. Your actions undermine the safety you claim to uphold."

The tragic event unfolded on a South Minneapolis street, claiming the life of a 37-year-old woman who was ensconced in her vehicle. She was reportedly a U.S. citizen actively observing federal operations, not a target for apprehension.

Tricia McLaughlin, speaking for the Department of Homeland Security, portrayed the episode as self-defense, alleging the woman attempted to collide with officers amid protest conflicts. Secretary Kristi Noem labeled the driver’s behavior as tantamount to domestic terrorism.

President Trump's commentary suggested the woman was disorderly and aggressively tried to run down an ICE officer, though on-the-scene footage does not corroborate the officer being struck. Officers surrounded the vehicle and commanded the driver to stop before firing.

Tensions arose as the Trump administration had started sending law enforcement to the metro area to look into civil disturbances.

Mayor Frey reflected, "Their presence doesn't bolster safety but injects turmoil and mistrust, sowing chaos rather than safeguarding America."

Mayor Frey called attention to long-term residents, stating, "People who have greatly enriched our community now live in fear and this tragedy lies at your feet. You must exit."

The city government, as Frey assured, was determined to seek justice for the incident.

Questioning DHS's recounting of the event, Frey was adamant, having seen multiple video recordings himself.

"The evidence speaks volumes," he remarked. "This was a misuse of power, leading to a needless death."

Acknowledging the escalation of federal agent presence, Frey noted, "We've feared such an outcome since ICE agents increased in number."

As he concluded, Frey said, "We'll confront hostility with compassion. Their aggression seeks to incite despair, but we must resist."