House Democrats Told to Stay Away from Minnesota Protests

House Democratic leadership has instructed members not to travel to Minnesota amid ongoing ICE protests, according to sources familiar with the matter.

The directive comes as tensions escalate in Minneapolis following recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the area. Demonstrators have been protesting against what they describe as aggressive enforcement tactics, with some demonstrations turning confrontational.

Sources indicate that Democratic leadership is concerned about potential political fallout from members appearing to align with protesters who have been accused of property damage and civil disobedience. The guidance appears aimed at maintaining party unity while avoiding association with the more radical elements of the protest movement.

This internal party directive highlights the delicate balance Democrats face between supporting immigrant communities and maintaining law-and-order credentials. The situation in Minnesota has become a flashpoint for broader debates about immigration enforcement and local resistance to federal policies.

The protests in Minneapolis follow a pattern of increased resistance to ICE operations in sanctuary cities and states, with local officials and activists challenging the agency's authority to conduct raids and deportations in their jurisdictions.