ICE Arrests 11 Illegal Alien Sex Offenders in Minneapolis Operation

Between June 6 and June 11, 2025, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) conducted a targeted operation in Minneapolis resulting in the arrest of 11 illegal aliens, primarily Laotian and Thai nationals, all convicted of serious sex crimes involving minors. The arrested individuals faced convictions ranging from first-degree sexual assault to lewd acts with children under 14, with ICE highlighting the dangerous nature of these offenders roaming freely under sanctuary policies. DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin condemned Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and other sanctuary politicians for obstructing federal immigration enforcement and allowing these criminals to remain in the country, urging Walz to recognize ICE's efforts rather than comparing them to the Nazi Gestapo. This operation is part of a broader ICE initiative focusing on removing criminal illegal aliens, with 70% of ICE arrests nationwide involving individuals with convictions or pending charges. The DHS and ICE statements emphasized the risks posed to American communities by sanctuary jurisdictions and the importance of law enforcement’s role in protecting children and public safety. Governor Walz’s sanctuary policies have been criticized as enabling these sex offenders to evade deportation and continue preying on communities in Minnesota.