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EXPLAINERNews|Donald TrumpWho is Greg Bovino, the face of Trump’s Minneapolis crackdown?Bovino’s expected exit comes amid intense scrutiny, as Trump sends border tsar Tom Homan to Minneapolis.

Gregory Bovino, the senior Border Patrol commander, is being reassigned from Minneapolis. This change follows recent events involving federal immigration enforcement efforts in the city.

PBy Peter CollinsJan 27, 20261 min read

Gregory Bovino, the senior Border Patrol commander, is being reassigned from Minneapolis. This change follows recent events involving federal immigration enforcement efforts in the city.

Gregory Bovino has been a prominent figure in U.S. immigration enforcement, leading operations in several cities, including Los Angeles, Chicago, Charlotte, New Orleans, and Minneapolis. He initially gained recognition for his leadership in a large-scale operation in Los Angeles, resulting in over 5,000 arrests.

In Minneapolis, Bovino led Operation Metro Surge, which became controversial due to two fatal shootings involving federal agents. These incidents included the deaths of Renee Nicole Good and Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse.

Bovino defended the actions of the agents involved, citing the prevention of further harm. However, this account has been disputed by witnesses and local officials.

Gregory Bovino, the senior Border Patrol commander, is being reassigned from Minneapolis.
Peter Collins · Thehackingpost

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has confirmed that Bovino has not been relieved of his duties, despite rumors to the contrary. However, he is no longer overseeing ICE activities in Minnesota.

President Donald Trump has appointed Tom Homan, a longtime U.S. immigration official, to lead the immigration crackdown in Minnesota. Homan has extensive experience in border and immigration enforcement, having served in key roles during previous administrations.

Tom Homan, known for his alignment with Trump's immigration policies, will expand his role to oversee ICE operations beyond the southern border. Homan has previously emphasized a stringent approach to undocumented immigration, consistent with the administration's policies.

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Despite accusations of misconduct, Homan maintains his focus on enforcing immigration laws and has been tasked with the Minnesota assignment by President Trump.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.

AI transparency. This article was produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence and published under human editorial oversight. AI systems can make mistakes. Read how we use AI (EU AI Act, Art. 50).
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