How D.H.S. Retreated on Immigration Tactics After Minneapolis

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by Nicholas Nehamas, Zolan Kanno-Youngs, Hamed Aleaziz, Albert Sun and Julie Bosman
March 7, 2026
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DHS changed its immigration tactics after Minneapolis, shifting to targeted operations and decreasing arrests.

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Following events in Minneapolis, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has altered its immigration enforcement strategies, shifting from broad street sweeps to more targeted operations. This change has corresponded with a decrease in arrests, according to current data. The revised approach aims to focus resources on specific individuals rather than general population encounters. This development indicates a potential re-evaluation of enforcement methods within the agency, with implications for future immigration policy and community relations.

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