Key claims from Minnesota and Illinois’ new lawsuits against the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown

Key Points:

• Minnesota and Illinois filed separate lawsuits against the Trump administration, alleging that aggressive federal immigration enforcement tactics are terrorizing communities, violating constitutional rights, and straining local resources.
• The lawsuits claim the federal government’s immigration crackdown violates the 10th Amendment by commandeering local law enforcement and resources, with Minnesota highlighting the diversion of police officers and financial burdens due to federal operations.
• Both states accuse the Trump administration of politically motivated retaliation against Democratic-led "sanctuary" jurisdictions, citing withheld funds and disparaging statements aimed at punishing their immigration policies.
• The suits describe federal agents’ tactics as unlawful and terrorizing, including warrantless arrests, use of military-grade weaponry, racial profiling, and aggressive responses to protests, particularly after a fatal