Minneapolis Immigration Officers Will Receive Body-Worn Cameras Nationwide
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WASHINGTON Every Homeland Security officer in Minneapolis will receive body-worn cameras, DHS Secretary Krisi Noem announced Monday, following the fatal shootings of two protesters on Jan. 7 and Jan. 24. Noem said the program will expand nationwide as funding permits. Democrats in the House have demanded body cameras, bans on masks and judicial warrants for arrests while withholding spending approval, contributing to a partial government shutdown this week. The DHS announcement followed protests and calls for accountability after the deaths, with officials and outlets citing the agency's social media posts and reporting. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.
Timeline of Events
- Jan. 7, 2026 – Immigration agents shot and killed Renee Good during a Minneapolis protest.
- Jan. 24, 2026 – Immigration agents shot and killed Alex Pretti during protests in Minneapolis.
- Late Jan.–early Feb. 2026 – House Democrats demand body cameras, mask bans and warrants.
- Early Feb. 2026 – Partial U.S. government shutdown begins amid stalled spending negotiations.
- Feb. 2–3, 2026 – DHS Secretary Krisi Noem announces deployment of body-worn cameras in Minneapolis and plans for nationwide expansion.
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Oversight organizations, civil liberties advocates and local communities may gain clearer evidence for accountability and policy review due to recorded interactions and improved transparency.
Protesters, Minneapolis residents and trust in federal immigration enforcement may suffer further strain amid shootings, protests, and a partisan funding impasse.
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