ICE Detains Two Target Employees in Minnesota, Triggering Backlash and Legal Action

Two U.S. citizens employed at a Richfield Target were detained by ICE agents, allegedly forced to the ground and loaded into a dark SUV; a video shows a detainee in distress, though authenticity is not verified. ICE says one of the individuals was arrested for assaulting federal officers, but details remain unclear. The incident follows the January killing of Renee Good and drew sharp criticism from local lawmakers, including Minnesota Rep. Michael Howard, who announced a push to have ICE leave Minnesota, and from Attorney General Keith Ellison, who said he will sue the federal government over alleged excessive force and warrantless arrests. Reports indicate the detainees were released with injuries, but officials and witnesses describe ongoing trauma and rights violations; Target did not comment. The Guardian notes the videos’ authenticity could not be independently verified, and DHS/ICE provided limited information.