Justice Department investigating whether Minnesota’s Tim Walz and Jacob Frey impeded immigration enforcement

Source Chicago Tribune
Original Load Date Jan. 16, 2026, 8:04 p.m.
Last Updated Jan. 16, 2026, 8:04 p.m.
Original URL https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/01/16/justice-department-investigating-minnesota-walz-frey-immigration/

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MINNEAPOLIS — The Justice Department is investigating whether Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey have impeded federal immigration enforcement through public statements they have made, according to two people familiar with the matter. The investigation focused on potential viol...