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ICE Agent Charged After Minneapolis Highway Gun Incident

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Minneapolis. Hennepin County prosecutors announced Thursday that Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent Gregory Donnell Morgan Jr. was charged with two counts of second-degree assault after Minnesota authorities say he pointed a firearm at occupants of a vehicle while driving on Minnesota State Highway 62 on Feb. 5; the arrest warrant identifies Morgan, 35, as on duty during the incident. Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty said Thursday she believes the case may be the first criminal prosecution of a federal immigration officer tied to the earlier enforcement surge that placed agents in cities including Los Angeles, Chicago, Portland and New Orleans; Department of Homeland Security and Justice Department officials did not immediately respond to requests for comment, and prosecutors filed the warrant as the investigation proceeds.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

Trump-era enforcement surge deployed federal immigration agents to several U.S. cities.
Feb. 5: Authorities say an ICE agent pointed a firearm at vehicle occupants on Highway 62 near Minneapolis.
Hennepin County filed an arrest warrant charging Gregory Donnell Morgan Jr. with two counts of second-degree assault.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty announced the charges and suggested the case may be precedent-setting.
DHS and DOJ did not immediately respond to inquiries; AP attempted contact with the accused officer.

Why This Matters to You

This case could set a precedent for holding federal immigration officers accountable for their actions while on duty. If you're concerned about law enforcement conduct, keep an eye on this trial. It could impact how officers behave in your community.

The Bottom Line

An ICE agent faces serious charges for allegedly threatening civilians while on duty. This case underscores the importance of law enforcement accountability. If you believe in justice, this is a story to follow. Worth forwarding if you know someone who's passionate about law enforcement reform.