A University of Minnesota graduate student was detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) due to a prior DUI infraction, not for involvement in protests. The Department of Homeland Security clarified that the arrest was not related to student protests, but rather stemmed from a visa revocation by the State Department related to a criminal history for DUI. This lack of explanation led to student protests and concern from university and political leaders. Another student from Minnesota State University Mankato was also detained by ICE with no reason provided. University officials expressed concern over the pattern of ICE detentions with little explanation and lack of due process rights for students.
U.S. Senator Tina Smith raised concerns about the arrests and demanded answers from federal immigration authorities. The University of Minnesota and Minnesota State University Mankato have not named the detained students, but have provided legal aid and support while respecting their privacy. Governor Tim Walz emphasized the importance of following due process rights for all individuals, regardless of the circumstances. The Trump administration has utilized a statute allowing the revocation of visas for noncitizens deemed a threat to foreign policy interests, resulting in multiple detentions and deportations of individuals with ties to universities, many of whom have supported Palestinian causes during campus protests. The situation has raised concerns about the handling of due process rights and transparency in immigration enforcement.
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