U.S. Immigration Operation in Minneapolis Focuses on Somali Community
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A federal immigration operation is now underway in Minneapolis, according to officials. The action primarily targets Somali immigrants.
President Donald Trump has frequently criticized Minnesota's Somali community. In a past statement, he said, "I don't want them in our country."
However, data shows approximately 95% of the estimated 80,000 Somalis living in Minnesota are U.S. citizens. Immigration law distinguishes between citizens and non-citizens for enforcement actions.
CBS News correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez first reported the operation's details.