The judge ruled that there appeared to be “extremely weak to nonexistent” connections between the information sought in the subpoenas & any possible criminal violation. The subpoenas seek materials “that largely if not entirely relate to constitutionally protected conduct,” the judge wrote, noting that #Minnesota has the legal right not to devote its resources to enforcing #federal #immigration #law.
#law #MafiaState #Trump
A federal judge has blocked an attempt by the #Trump admin to subpoena #Minnesota Gov #TimWalz & other #state officials, calling it an effort to “harass & retaliate against them.”
In a ruling unsealed Monday, US District Judge Patrick Schlitz found the “dominant purpose” of the subpoenas was to “coerce Minnesota officials into assisting the federal government with enforcing civil #immigration #law & to harass & retaliate against them for failing to do so.”
Good news! There is now a legal defense fund for the Minnesota 15! This is for all the people Trump's feds arrested on Tuesday for their anti-ICE activism in the Minneapolis / St. Paul area. They have a rough road ahead. Let's show them some support.
I can vouch for this specific fund. It's legit.
⚠️ Keep an eye out for the Chuffed site automatically adding a “tip” that is perhaps larger than the amount you want. You can set it to a smaller amount or zero. ⚠️
#Minneapolis #StPaul #Minnesota #iceout
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On the morning of June 16th 2026 fifteen anti-ICE organizers were indicted on federal conspiracy charges in Minnesota, 12 of whom were arrested in aggressive raids across the Twin Cities.Chuffed
“US VP Vance announced he would refer Minnesota gov Tim Walz and Minnesota AG Keith Ellison to the federal DOJ for an investigation of criminal fraud.
The unproven claim that #Somalis in #Minnesota are engaging in social services fraud while Democrats look the other way is a driving factor behind MAGA divisive politics.”
Walz and Ellison describe the move as political attacks and retaliation for their state’s resistance against past #ICE and #Trump admin policies.”
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The Justice Department opened a separate investigation this year into the Democratic governor over allegations he helped impede immigration enforcement.Raquel Coronell Uribe (NBC News)
A state administrative law judge ruled Monday that a rural electric cooperative cannot cut power to a tribal casino in western Minnesota over the tribe’s decision to build a large solar array. The finding could reshape how electric cooperatives across Minnesota treat customers who want to generate their own electricity. mprnews.org/story/2026/06/10/j…
The ruling marks a significant moment in a nearly two-year dispute between the Upper Sioux Community and its electric cooperative — and could reshape how rural electric cooperatives across Minnesota treat members who want to generate their own electr…Melissa Olson (MPR News)
The Minnesota Court of Appeals has ruled that the city of Faribault didn’t have enough information about a proposed hyperscale data center when it decided the project didn’t require a more thorough environmental review. The court ordered the city to either order an environmental impact statement, or postpone the decision for up to 30 days to get the needed information it lacks. mprnews.org/story/2026/06/08/a…
The city of Faribault decided it did not need to conduct an extensive environmental review of a massive proposed data center. The Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy appealed the city’s decision.Kirsti Marohn (MPR News)
What do you get when you combine Super PACs with deep fakes? Nothing good, I suspect.
#Minnesota is already getting a peek with our Senate race. And, thus far, I've been disappointed with the response. So I wrote to the candidate that stands to benefit about it - matthewreinbold.com/2026/06/05…
Attorney general Keith Ellison says gesture at convention was an ‘act of profound cruelty’ to George Floyd’s familyRichard Luscombe (the Guardian)
Christian Castro was charged with assault and falsely reporting a crime after video emerged of nonfatal shooting in JanuaryGuardian staff reporter (the Guardian)
A report found that Brian O’Hara probably interfered with investigation in what mayor called a ‘breach of trust’Richard Luscombe (the Guardian)
Aimee Bock ran Feeding Our Future, which claimed it helped provide millions of meals to children during the pandemicGuardian staff reporter (the Guardian)
Christian Castro charged with five counts over shooting of Julio César Sosa-Celis in Trump immigration crackdownGuardian staff reporter (the Guardian)
Tim Walz, the state’s governor, calls blazes ‘unpredictable and fast-moving’ as dry, windy weather fuels themMarina Dunbar (the Guardian)
Representative Samantha Sencer-Mura leads action after Republican speaker rescinds promise to bring bill to voteRachel Leingang (the Guardian)
Shawn Montgomery, whose parked vehicle was hit by a speeding driver, says top US freight broker should be liableGuardian staff reporter (the Guardian)
'Memory in the Marrow' - on collective trauma, unfished work, and #Minnebar.
Kaela Berg is running in a crowded field with a pro-union message and a vow to protect the state’s immigrantsMichael Sainato (the Guardian)
Good, bright morning to attend the 20th annual #Minnebar conference at the Best Buy headquarters.
Federal raids unfold in Twin Cities amid ongoing tensions between the Trump administration and Minnesota officialsMaya Yang (the Guardian)
Actions expected to exceed 3,000 as unions and groups expand protests inspired by Minnesota ICE crackdownMichael Sainato (the Guardian)
2026 estimates for wolves on island highest since late 1970s but moose population declining dramaticallyGuardian staff reporter (the Guardian)
Liz Conmy’s death ‘is a profound loss’, Democratic party affiliate says following crash shortly after takeoffGuardian staff reporter (the Guardian)
Ashkan Thibodeaux, five years old, saved his kid brother Wyatt after he fell into ‘icy water’ of creek they were exploringRamon Antonio Vargas (the Guardian)
No deaths reported after latest round of severe weather in the region as officials brace residents for long recoveryGuardian staff reporter (the Guardian)
About 26 million people are under tornado watches from Wisconsin to Oklahoma, according to one reportUwa Ede-Osifo (the Guardian)
Measure passed 50-49 to overturn a 20-year ban on mining near renowned Boundary Waters Canoe Area WildernessAnna Betts (the Guardian)
Critics warn smaller and immigrant-run restaurants risk being overlooked as city-funded deal shapes dining mapMaya Yang (the Guardian)
Minnesota prosecutors say this is first criminal case against a federal agent involved in Trump’s immigration crackdownGuardian staff reporter (the Guardian)
A8. Older photo, but I was by the Houston Nature Center where this is the other day
#BikeNite #HoustonNatureCenter #HoustonMN #Minnesota #Mastodon #Mastodont
City released video of January shooting after charges against two Venezuelan men involved were droppedGuardian staff reporter (the Guardian)
US president makes baseless claims about fraud in blue states and says JD Vance will lead clampdown as ‘fraud czar’Maya Yang (the Guardian)
Anti-authoritarian rallies, taking place in all 50 states plus 16 countries, are expected to be biggest in US historyLex McMenamin (the Guardian)
