ICE in Minnesota: Bovino, Border Patrol agents to leave Minnesota 'imminently'

Immigration operations remain underway following a deadly weekend shooting in Minneapolis. Find live updates on ICE operations in Minnesota here.

Minneapolis shooting: Bovino, some Border Patrol agents leaving Minnesota
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In the aftermath of Alex Pretti being fatally shot by a Border Patrol agent on Saturday, Gregory Bovino and some other agents are leaving Minnesota on Tuesday. FOX 9's Rob Olson looks at some of the ripple effects after the third shooting involving federal agents since Operation Metro Surge started.

Alex Pretti shooting scene evidence preservation argued in court

Minnesota officials are suing the DHS to block “altering or destroying evidence" from the scene of the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by a Border Patrol agent on Jan. 24.

GOP lawmakers call for investigation into Pretti shooting
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Changes in tone from Minnesota’s republican lawmakers have come in the wake of another shooting involving federal agents over the weekend in Minneapolis. FOX 9’s Rob Olson has the latest.

Minneapolis shooting: Who is Border Czar Tom Homan?
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President Donald Trump is sending Border Czar Tom Homan to manage ICE operations in Minnesota after Saturday's fatal shooting of Alex Pretti involving a Border Patrol agent. So who is Horman? FOX 9's Tim Blotz takes a look.

Could Minnesota prosecute federal agents in ICE shootings?
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Bryna Godar of the University of Wisconsin explains how Minnesota could prosecute federal law enforcement on state charges. 

Sen. Klobuchar on efforts to end ICE operations in MN [FULL]
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U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minnesota) sat down with FOX 9 on Monday to discuss efforts to end ICE operations in Minnesota after the second fatal shooting involving federal officials. 

Who is Greg Bovino? Border Patrol’s acting commander seen in city sweeps

Greg Bovino has become the public face of the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown, seen going from city to city in big sweeps. Here’s what to know amid his rise in the Border Patrol and its immigration enforcement.

ICE in Minnesota lawsuit: Judge hears arguments seeking to block immigration operations

A federal judge heard arguments Monday on whether she should temporarily halt the immigration crackdown in Minnesota, which has led to three shootings, including two fatal shootings, by federal officials this month. The judge did not rule on the case during the hearing, saying she plans to issue a written opinion but did not specify when.

MN GOP senator calls for pause on targeted ICE operations
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Some Republicans are calling for a pause on immigration operations in Minnesota. This includes Minnesota Sen. Julia Coleman, who is calling on all sides to de-escalate, honor ICE detainers, and prioritize peace. 

White House Press Briefing: Deadly Minneapolis shooting, ICE operations [FULL]
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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed the recent deadly shooting of Alex Pretti and the ongoing ICE operations during a briefing on Jan. 26, 2026.

MN lawmaker claims Alex Pretti 'brandished a gun'
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Minnesota Rep. Walter Hudson, a Republican, made a claim on social media that Alex Pretti "brandished a gun" before he was fatally shot by Border Patrol. Videos of the shooting show Pretti holding a cell phone as he recorded ICE agents in Minneapolis.

Karoline Leavitt takes questions on deadly Minneapolis shooting
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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt takes questions from reporters about the shooting involving a federal agent in Minneapolis that left Alex Pretti dead.

MN ICE lawsuit: AG Ellison updates after hearing [FULL]
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A federal judge heard arguments Monday on whether she should temporarily halt the immigration crackdown in Minnesota, which has led to three shootings, including two fatal shootings, by federal officials this month. Minnesota's Attorney General Keith Ellison spoke after Monday's hearing.

Trump spoke with Gov. Walz on law enforcement cooperation
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The White House says President Trump has outlined a "clear and simple path" for Minnesota leaders to restore order during a phone call with Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Monday morning, including law enforcement cooperation.  

White House blames Minnesota Democrat leaders after deadly shooting
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White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed the recent deadly shooting of Alex Pretti by a border control agent in Minneapolis, attributing the incident as a result of the ongoing “deliberate and hostile resistance” from Democrat leaders in Minnesota.

Chris Madel drops out of Governor's race over Operation Metro Surge
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Republican Chris Madel is ending his campaign for Minnesota governor, citing in part ongoing issues with Operation Metro Surge and saying he could not support national Republicans’ "stated retribution on the citizens of our state."

ICE in MN: More than 3,000 federal agents in MN for Operation Metro Surge, DOJ attorney says

More than 3,000 federal agents are in Minnesota as part of Operation Metro Surge, according to an attorney for the U.S. Department of Justice. Federal officials have not previously said exactly how many officials are in Minnesota for increased enforcement operations.