Trump Criticizes Somali Community Amid Reports of Planned Immigration Sweep

Former President Donald Trump reportedly described the Somali community in Minneapolis as "garbage." He made the remarks during a private meeting, according to sources familiar with the discussion. The comments coincided with emerging reports about a planned immigration operation. Federal agents are reportedly preparing a large-scale enforcement sweep in the Minneapolis area. The operation would involve U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE. This agency is responsible for enforcing immigration laws within the country. The reported targets are undocumented immigrants who have recently arrived. The potential sweep would focus on the city and its surrounding communities. Local advocates have expressed alarm over both the reported remarks and the potential operation. The Twin Cities metro area is home to one of the largest Somali communities in the United States. As of now, federal authorities have not officially confirmed any details of a planned enforcement action. The situation continues to develop.