Minneapolis Mayor Reacts to ICE Agent's Violent Arrest of Somali-American Citizen

Incident Overview

• 🎯 Mubashir, a Somali-American citizen, was violently tackled, handcuffed, and detained by ICE agents while on his lunch break.
• ⚠️ The arrest occurred in clear violation of law and the Constitution, allegedly based on his ethnicity and appearance, not on any wrongdoing.
• 🗣️ Mayor Jacob Frey condemned the incident, stating that Minneapolis will not tolerate such actions.

Mayor Frey's Statement

• 🚨 The Mayor emphasized that this incident should anger all Americans, regardless of political affiliation, who believe in justice and the republic.
• 🚩 He warned that any American citizen could be targeted by the administration if they are perceived as different, drawing a parallel to Mubashir's experience.
• 🏛️ Frey criticized federal agents for their lack of understanding of constitutional rights, public safety, and proper procedure, especially in harsh weather conditions.

Mubashir's Account

• ❄️ Mubashir described being tackled, dragged outside, and put in a chokehold despite repeatedly stating he was a US citizen.
• 🛂 ICE agents refused to verify his citizenship using his passport or by accepting his name and date of birth, instead insisting on taking his picture and later his fingerprints.
• ⏳ He was detained for an extended period, including being made to wait outside in the snow, and was denied water and medical assistance for his injuries.
• 🗺️ During transport, agents admitted to being unfamiliar with the area and appeared to be wasting time, further intimidating Mubashir.

Lack of Verification and Release

• 📱 Despite eventually being allowed to use his phone to show his passport card, agents still insisted on fingerprinting him.
• 🚶‍♂️ Upon release, Mubashir was denied a ride back to his pickup location and was told to walk in the snow.
• 🚫 The entire process highlighted a disregard for due process, basic human needs, and the rights of American citizens.