Border Patrol Commander Insists on Using Tear Gas Despite Minnesota Judge’s Restraining Order
A Border Patrol commander has refused to comply with a Minnesota judge's order to stop using tear gas during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis, vowing continued use of the tactic despite the ruling. The commander's stance came after a federal judge barred the federal government from using tear gas at the border.
A Border Patrol commander has vowed to continue using tear gas during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis despite a court order from a Minnesota judge that prohibits its use, following a ruling issued on Friday that blocks the federal government's plans to deploy tear gas in the city. The commander made the statement after the judge's decision was announced, indicating no intention to comply with the order. This comes as tensions surrounding immigration enforcement efforts continue to rise in the area. The move has sparked concerns among local residents and civil rights groups who oppose the use of tear gas.
