‘I’ll believe it when I see it’: Minneapolis official skeptical of Trump admin’s ICE drawdown claim
From MS NOW
Minneapolis officials express skepticism regarding the Trump administration's claim of a drawdown in ICE operations, attributing potential success to grassroots community protests against immigration enforcement. Residents remain wary, doubting the administration's intentions and questioning the actual reduction of federal activity, reflecting a broader concern about the government's immigration practices.
Key Takeaways
- Minnesotans stood firm against federal overreach, proving local activism can shake the status quo.
- Skepticism runs deep: promises from authorities ring hollow when actions don't match rhetoric.
- Bystander videos, not body cams, have become the true watchdog in police accountability.
- Dismissals with prejudice are extraordinary, highlighting the rare triumph of truth over institutional lies.
- Changing tactics does not equate to changing goals; vigilance remains essential in the face of policy shifts.
Mentioned in This Episode
- ICE (company)
- Minneapolis (location)
- Elliot Payne (person)
- Liz Oyer (person)
- Justice Department (company)
- Barack Obama (person)
- DHS (company)
- Mandy & Ralph Ellison (person)
- Senator Ron Johnson (person)