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States split on how far to cooperate with ICE as Minnesota shootings intensify scrutiny
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The deaths of Renée Macklin Good and Alex Pretti during federal immigration enforcement actions in Minnesota have sharpened a partisan divide over how states should respond to Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Democratic-led states are exploring new oversight and legal tools aimed at federal agents, while Republican-led states are moving to deepen cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
A government shutdown is halting infrastructure projects only in states that supported Kamala Harris, prompting discussions on recourse for Democrat-led states. Experts suggest options like a 'soft secession' where blue states retain their tax dollars. The issue highlights tensions between federal policies and state interests under President Trump.