President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement official, Tom Homan, indicated on Thursday that the number of immigration officers stationed in Minnesota may be reduced. Homan emphasized that any drawdown would depend on the level of cooperation from state authorities.
Homan was appointed by Trump to oversee border security efforts and has been involved in coordinating immigration enforcement across various states. His remarks suggest that Minnesota’s role in immigration enforcement could change based on collaboration with federal officials.
**Why this matters**
The presence and number of immigration enforcement officers in a state can impact local immigration policies and enforcement activities. Cooperation between state and federal authorities plays a key role in shaping how immigration laws are implemented at the local level. Changes in enforcement personnel may affect immigration operations and community relations in Minnesota.