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Mankato council directs staff to prepare amicus brief in lawsuit over federal enforcement activity
Summary
The Mankato City Council voted Jan. 26 to direct staff to prepare paperwork to file an amicus brief with the state attorney general’s office challenging recent federal immigration enforcement practices; council members and dozens of residents urged legal action and community supports during an extended public comment period.
The Mankato City Council on Jan. 26 directed city staff to prepare paperwork to file an amicus brief with the Minnesota attorney general’s office challenging recent federal immigration enforcement activity and seeking clarity about the federal government's interactions with local communities.
The motion, made by Council Member Lavin and seconded by Council Member Melby Kelly, passed after a lengthy public‑comment period in which residents described fear, alleged impersonation of federal agents, and requests for stronger…
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