Minnesota Prosecutors Launch Initiative Against Federal Immigration Tactics

Wed Jan 28 2026 21:07:11 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

A coalition of prosecutors in Minnesota has formed to address what they describe as federal overreach and aggression from immigration officers, following recent incidents involving civilian fatalities.

In response to alarming immigration enforcement tactics and two civilian deaths attributed to federal officers, Minnesota's local prosecutors have initiated the 'Fight Against Federal Overreach' project. This initiative seeks accountability from federal authorities, urging a reconsideration of aggressive practices that have put strained relationships between law enforcement and communities, particularly immigrant populations. Criticism has grown regarding tactics deemed unprofessional and unconstitutional, prompting discussions about the need for local officials to counteract perceived federal misconduct.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — In light of recent immigration enforcement operations, a group of Minnesota prosecutors has launched a new initiative called the 'Fight Against Federal Overreach,' aimed at addressing concerns over what they see as federal misconduct and aggression.

The project, introduced Wednesday, arose following two civilian deaths attributed to the actions of federal immigration officers, including the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti. This has intensified scrutiny from local law officials and sparked broader conversations about federal law enforcement practices.

Larry Krasner, the Philadelphia District Attorney and a founding member of the initiative, criticized the aggressive tactics employed by immigration officials, stating that the current climate has resulted in rampant abuse of authority. According to Krasner, the lack of accountability and oversight from federal authorities has led local officials to fill the gaps where the federal government is perceived to be failing.

Reports indicate local communities are increasingly fearful of engaging with the justice system due to the tactics employed by immigration enforcement, with officials noting that victims and witnesses are hesitant to come forward amid fears of arrest during court proceedings.

Federal responses to such claims have often dismissed calls for independent investigations, as seen when officials denied Minnesota investigators access to shooting scenes linked to the immigration officers’ actions. This lack of transparency continues to fuel tensions between local prosecutors and federal agencies, as local leaders increasingly voice their frustration over federal overreach and its implications on public safety and community relations.

The initiative reflects a growing trend across the United States where local officials are demanding more accountability from federal authorities in immigration enforcement and advocating for a law enforcement structure that respects community relations and constitutional protections.