Kristi Noem Denies ICE Zip-Tied Children, Criticizes Governor Walz

ICE Operations and Child Detainment

• ❌ Kristi Noem categorically denies reports that ICE zip-tied children and placed them in vans, calling the story "fake" and "not true."
• ⚠️ She stated that children have never been zip-tied by ICE and that such actions will not happen in the future.

Detention Partnerships and State Cooperation

• 🤝 ICE is exploring opportunities for detention partnerships within Minnesota, seeking agreements with states and local communities.
• 🗣️ Noem criticizes Governor Walz for not being cooperative with ICE operations.
• 🤝 She suggests partnering with sheriffs and local communities who are familiar with individuals posing risks to their areas.

Criticism of Law Enforcement Rhetoric

• 🚫 Noem condemns calling law enforcement officers "Nazis and Gustapo" as a "horrible thing to say."
• ⚖️ She emphasizes that these officers have taken an oath to defend communities and the constitution.
• 🗣️ She notes that Governor Walz has not yet apologized for such remarks.

Call for Governor's Support

• 🤝 Noem urges Governor Walz to sign agreements that would support ICE operations and ensure the safety of federal officers.
• 🎯 She highlights the importance of focusing on removing dangerous individuals from streets to prevent future victims.
• 💔 She expresses concern for families who lose loved ones to drugs or illegal weapons due to perceived inaction by the governor.