Hussen v. Mullin
Overview
Overview
Minnesota residents who have been targeted by federal immigration enforcement agents sued the Department of Homeland Security, ICE, and Border Patrol over the increase in deployment of federal immigration enforcement agents from numerous agencies to the State of Minnesota, "Operation Metro Surge."
The Issue
Issue
Whether federal immigration enforcement agencies violated the constitutional or statutory rights of Minnesota residents through Operation Metro Surge, a targeted deployment of federal immigration enforcement personnel to the state.
The Rules
Rule
Federal immigration enforcement must comply with Fourth Amendment protections against unreasonable searches and seizures, Fifth Amendment due process guarantees, and statutory limits on agency authority. Courts review enforcement actions for constitutional compliance and proper statutory authorization.
The Application
Analysis
The plaintiffs challenge whether Operation Metro Surge's deployment and resulting enforcement actions were authorized by law and conducted in compliance with constitutional protections. The defendants must demonstrate that the enforcement operations fell within agency authority and did not violate plaintiffs' constitutional rights.
The Conclusion
Conclusion
The case is active in the District of Minnesota before Judge Eric C. Tostrud following its January 15, 2026 filing. The resolution depends on the court's findings regarding constitutional and statutory compliance in the Operation Metro Surge enforcement activities.
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