The Moynihan Report ICE Raids, Minnesota, and Trump’s Insurrection Act Threat | The Moynihan Report
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Jan 16, 2026 Chris Clem, former U.S. Border Patrol chief, shares insights from his near 30 years in enforcement, discussing the implications of recent ICE raids in Minnesota. Immigration attorney David Leopold analyzes the complex relationship between immigration policy and civil liberties, raising concerns about Trump's potential use of the Insurrection Act. They explore the public's unease with enforcement tactics, critique the militarization of policing, and emphasize the importance of reform in immigration practices. Their discussion highlights the urgent need for balancing security and civil rights.
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Rhetoric Transforms Immigration Into Constitutional Issue
- Immigration enforcement rhetoric has escalated into national political theater with talk of military powers and the Insurrection Act.
- This shift reframes immigration as a broader threat to civil liberties and constitutional norms, not merely border control.
Enforcement Framed As Targeting Criminals
- Chris Clem frames ICE actions as enforcement of immigration violations, focusing on people with criminal histories or removal orders.
- He argues sanctuary policies and lack of local cooperation worsen enforcement challenges.
High-Visibility Raids Undermine Political Support
- Public opinion is shifting against aggressive ICE operations after incidents like the killing of Renee Good.
- Visible enforcement harms political support even among voters who favor border security.