A U.S. judge has issued a preliminary injunction prohibiting federal law enforcement in Minnesota from using pepper spray, detaining, or pulling over peaceful protesters during the immigration crackdown known as Operation Metro Surge, initiated under President Trump. Judge Katherine Menendez’s ruling protects individuals engaging in unobstructive protest activities, following the fatal shooting of protester Renee Nicole Good by an ICE officer. The decision comes amidst scrutiny of the incident’s circumstances, with the ACLU representing affected plaintiffs. Federal agents are now barred from retaliatory actions against lawful demonstrators, ensuring their right to protest remains protected.
