Minnesotans sue to end ICE's racial profiling, warrantless arrests - UPI.com

The American Civil Liberties Union has filed a class action lawsuit against the Trump administration, accusing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) of violating the constitutional rights of Minnesotans during “Operation Metro Surge,” a recent immigration crackdown. The lawsuit alleges that federal agents conducted neighborhood sweeps, arresting immigrants and even U.S. citizens without warrants or probable cause, often targeting individuals perceived to be of Somali or Latino descent.

Plaintiffs in the case, including U.S. citizens Mubashir Khalif Hussen and Mahamed Eydarus, recount experiences of being detained, questioned about their immigration status despite identifying as citizens, and subjected to intimidating tactics by masked agents. Hussen was arrested while walking to lunch and detained despite repeatedly stating his citizenship, while Eydarus and his mother were harassed and questioned about their language while clearing snow.

The ACLU argues that these practices – stopping individuals based on appearance and making warrantless arrests – are unconstitutional and antithetical to fundamental legal protections. They are seeking a court order to prevent the Trump administration from continuing these tactics, emphasizing the importance of liberty and equality within the legal system.

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