A federal judge has warned that the Trump administration’s aggressive immigration enforcement in Minnesota posed a serious threat to democratic institutions.
Patrick Schiltz, former chief judge of the federal court in Minnesota, made the remarks during a rare interview.
He described the administration’s actions as a grave threat to the rule of law.
Schiltz served as chief judge during the winter, when immigration operations intensified across the state.
His comments represent a direct rebuke from a senior judicial figure.
The interview highlighted concerns about executive power and its limits.
Judges rarely speak publicly about political matters, making Schiltz’s warning notable.
The remarks add to a broader debate over immigration enforcement and judicial independence.
