Stephen Miller, a senior advisor in the Trump administration, shared a video statement discussing what he described as an agreement involving certain Minnesota correctional facilities and federal immigration authorities. In the clip, Miller claimed that jails and prisons in the state would no longer follow guidance he attributed to Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison regarding cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
Miller said the facilities would instead comply with federal law and coordinate with agencies such as U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection. He credited President Donald Trump’s immigration policies for what he described as improvements in public safety, citing broader national crime statistics as part of his argument.
Minnesota officials have not publicly confirmed the details of any new agreement as described in the video. Policies regarding cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities vary by state and are often the subject of legal and political debate. Supporters of stronger federal enforcement argue it enhances public safety, while critics contend that local discretion is important for community trust and constitutional considerations.
The video drew strong reactions on social media, with some users expressing support for increased federal immigration enforcement and others criticizing so-called “sanctuary” policies. The broader discussion reflects ongoing national debate over immigration enforcement, federal authority, and the role of state and local governments.