U.S. pulls 700 law enforcement from Minnesota amid federal resource shift, citing unrest and state sovereignty.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has withdrawn approximately 700 federal law enforcement personnel from Minnesota, according to the Trump administration, with Border Security Director Tom Homan citing ongoing unrest and a broader realignment of federal resources. The move, announced on February 4, 2026, is part of a strategic shift to reduce federal presence and emphasize state sovereignty, though the administration stated it does not compromise national security. No replacements have been announced, and the decision has sparked debate over public safety and federal-state relations.