Mayor Frey: Influx of ICE, federal forces federal agents feels like "occupying force"

The administration's immigration enforcement operations feel like an "occupying force" in Minneapolis, according to Mayor Jacob Frey. Speaking on CBS News' "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Frey stated that the influx of ICE agents and federal forces has made the city feel like it's being invaded.

Frey expressed his concerns about the impact of these operations on the city's residents and the need for calm and peaceful demonstrations. He also criticized President Trump's rhetoric, calling it "persecutory" and stating that it contributes to an environment of fear and intimidation among those affected by ICE actions.

The mayor's comments come as protests continue in Minneapolis, with some demonstrators calling for an end to federal immigration enforcement operations in the city. The City of Minneapolis has urged residents to exercise their First Amendment rights peacefully and lawfully in the presence of federal agents.

Frey's statement reflects growing concerns among local leaders about the impact of these operations on the city's residents and economy. With over 3,000 ICE agents deployed in Minneapolis, Frey feels that the city is being treated like an occupied territory.

The mayor emphasized the need for calm and peaceful demonstrations, stating that "First Amendment speech is not limited to one park or one section of the city." He also criticized President Trump's call for a peaceful protest zone, arguing that such a proposal is impractical and ignores the complexity of the issue at hand.

As protests continue in Minneapolis, local leaders are urging residents to remain calm and assert their rights peacefully. The situation remains volatile, with some demonstrators calling for an end to federal immigration enforcement operations and others expressing concerns about public safety and national security.

The influx of ICE agents and federal forces has made Minneapolis feel like an occupied territory, according to Mayor Jacob Frey. Speaking on CBS News' "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," Frey stated that the administration's immigration enforcement operations have created a sense of fear and intimidation among those affected by ICE actions.

Frey emphasized the need for calm and peaceful demonstrations, stating that First Amendment speech is not limited to one park or one section of the city. He also criticized President Trump's call for a peaceful protest zone, arguing that such a proposal ignores the complexity of the issue at hand.

The situation remains volatile in Minneapolis, with protests continuing despite growing concerns about public safety and national security. Local leaders are urging residents to remain calm and assert their rights peacefully.

As the standoff between protesters and federal agents continues in Minneapolis, Mayor Jacob Frey has made it clear that he believes the administration's immigration enforcement operations feel like an "occupying force" in the city.

The mayor has criticized President Trump's rhetoric, calling it "persecutory" and stating that it contributes to an environment of fear and intimidation among those affected by ICE actions. He has also emphasized the need for calm and peaceful demonstrations.

The City of Minneapolis has urged residents to exercise their First Amendment rights peacefully and lawfully in the presence of federal agents. The mayor's comments reflect growing concerns among local leaders about the impact of these operations on the city's residents and economy.

With over 3,000 ICE agents deployed in Minneapolis, Frey feels that the city is being treated like an occupied territory. He has called for calm and peaceful demonstrations, stating that First Amendment speech is not limited to one park or one section of the city.

The situation remains volatile, with protests continuing despite growing concerns about public safety and national security.
 
I feel like this whole thing is a bit over-the-top 🀯... I remember when I was in college, we had protests about stuff too, but they were always peaceful and organized. It seems like these ICE operations are really messing with the vibe of Minneapolis πŸ˜”. The mayor's right to be concerned though - 3,000 agents is a lot! πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ It's not exactly like our grandparents' time when protests were all about standing on the corner with signs and chanting slogans πŸ—£οΈ... times have changed, but we gotta remember that peaceful protest is still super important πŸ™. I just wish people could calm down for a sec ⏱️...
 
ICE agents in Minneapolis πŸš”πŸ’¨ are making people feel like they're being watched all the time πŸ‘€πŸ˜¬. Mayor Frey is right to call out President Trump's words - they can be super scary and hurtful πŸ˜©πŸ€•. I don't think we need a special "peaceful protest zone" πŸ€”πŸš«, just give people space to express themselves without being intimidated πŸ’–πŸ’ͺ. We should focus on being kind and understanding towards everyone πŸ‘«πŸŒŽ. No matter what side of the issue you're on, let's try to stay calm and peaceful πŸ˜ŒπŸ•ŠοΈ.
 
I think the mayor's right on this one πŸ€”. It feels like a full-blown invasion when thousands of ICE agents show up in the middle of the city. I mean, who needs that kind of tension? We're already living in a world where everyone's super stressed out about everything. Last thing we need is a bunch of federal agents causing more anxiety πŸ€•. And yeah, Trump's rhetoric can't be ignored – it's straight up intimidating 😱. We gotta keep calm and keep protesting peacefully πŸ‘Š
 
OMG, I'm freaking out about this 🀯! It's crazy how some ppl can just show up w/ guns & cuffs & intimidate these ppl who are just trying to exercise their rights πŸ™…β€β™‚οΈ. Mayor Frey is absolutely right, we shouldn't be treated like an occupied territory 🚫. The whole thing feels so fishy, especially with Trump's rhetoric being super persecutory 😱. I'm all for peaceful protests & expressing ourselves, but not when the other side is being aggressive πŸšͺ. Can't we just talk things out without getting violent πŸ’¬?
 
ICE agents everywhere πŸ€• just makes people feel so anxious, you know? Like they're waiting for someone to get 'em at any moment... it's not good. The mayor's right though, calm demos are the way forward. We shouldn't be intimidated by all this police presence. It's our city too, and we should be able to express ourselves without fear of retribution.
 
omg i feel so bad for those ppl in minneapolis πŸ€• they're literally being treated like they're in a war zone. i got no idea how scary it must be to have 3k ice agents walking around ur city, like what if u get mistaken 4 somethin u didnt do? 😱 anyhoo i think frey is right on point, calm demos r key πŸ™ and can we pls not forget that freedom of speech isnt limited 2 one spot in the city? πŸ€”
 
ICE agents just chillin' in Minneapolis? πŸ€” Like, what's next? Deploying them to Main Street for a block party? This isn't about keeping us safe, it's about exerting control and intimidation. I get that there are issues with immigration, but can we at least have some nuance here? The mayor's right to say this feels like an occupation, but maybe instead of just calling out Trump, we should be looking for solutions that actually help people. πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ
 
I'm low-key worried about what's happening in Minneapolis 🀯. I mean, 3k ICE agents deployed? It feels like they're trying to take over the city! 🚫 The mayor is right, it's making people feel fearful and intimidated. Trump's rhetoric isn't helping either - it's like he's pitting people against each other πŸ€¦β€β™‚οΈ. Can't we just have a calm conversation about immigration reform? 🀝 We need to focus on finding solutions, not demonizing certain groups of people πŸ˜”. This whole thing feels so messy and volatile... when will it end? 🀞
 
I'm so worried about what's going on in Minneapolis πŸ€•. As a parent, I just want my kids to feel safe and supported in their community. The thought of all those ICE agents showing up is super scary for them, especially when they hear the President talking about deporting people like that's okay... it's not! 😑

I think Mayor Frey has every right to say that this feels like an occupied territory - what kind of place does that make us feel? Not proud, that's for sure. And yeah, no one wants a peaceful protest zone when the whole issue is so complex and multifaceted. We need leaders who are willing to listen and work towards solutions, not just create more problems. 🀝
 
πŸ€” so mayor frey is totally right here. these federal agents are just taking over minneapolis and it's freaking out the locals πŸ™…β€β™‚οΈ. president trump's rhetoric is straight up scary and intimidating, and frey's calling it out for what it is - a total manipulation tactic 🚫. the city needs some serious chill vibes right now, and frey is trying to bring that. but honestly, can't we just have a calm convo about immigration reform without all the drama? πŸ˜’
 
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