DHS Finds Immigration Fraud in 50% of Minneapolis-St. Paul Migrants

A recent Department of Homeland Security operation, named Twin Shield, conducted in Minneapolis-St. Paul revealed that nearly half of the immigrants in the area were involved in immigration fraud. The investigation included over 1,000 site visits and interviews, uncovering cases of marriage fraud, visa overstays, forged documents, and visa system abuses, with some individuals linked to serious national security concerns. Notable cases included a man who fabricated a death certificate to falsely claim marriage termination, and the son of a suspected terrorist who overstayed his visa and committed marriage fraud. The operation, supported by USCIS and ICE, resulted in multiple arrests and notices to appear for illegal immigrants, with officials planning to expand such efforts to other cities. While immigration advocacy groups have criticized the increased scrutiny on migrants, USCIS emphasized the importance of fraud detection to protect public safety and national security. The Trump administration has framed this crackdown as a priority, highlighting the significant scale of fraud in the Minneapolis area.