On Tuesday, the state of Minnesota filed a lawsuit in federal court, alleging that the Trump administration’s plan to dispatch “hundreds more” ICE agents to Minnesota would violate state sovereignty and infringe federal statutes governing state‑level immigration enforcement. The lawsuit seeks an injunction preventing any deployment of additional officers until the legal dispute is resolved. _2_ The suit argues that the federal strategy contravenes the state’s constitutional rights and could create a conflict of jurisdiction, especially in cases previously adjudicated under state law. The plaintiffs claim that unless federal officers are required to coordinate with state authorities, the federal presence would undermine local legal processes and public trust. _3_ The action follows a fatal incident last week, when an ICE agent shot and killed a woman during a routine encounter. The Minnesota Attorney General’s office cited public safety concerns and the need to review engagement protocols. The lawsuit is part of a broader debate over the scope of federal enforcement powers in the wake of changes to immigration policy under the previous administration. The state asserts that additional federal officers could exacerbate tensions and that local agencies must have the authority to determine how immigration matters are handled within its borders. The federal government has stated that it will proceed with the deployment, noting that it believes the additional manpower is necessary to implement migration regulations. Minnesota’s legal action seeks to halt the rollout until a review of the policy’s legality can be completed. /text