U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported the recent arrest of two individuals in Minnesota and announced a joint press conference with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to discuss ongoing immigration enforcement operations in Minneapolis.
On January 22, 2026, ICE posted on its official X account about the apprehension of Kaw Bleh Htoo, stating: "VIOLENT FELON ARRESTED IN MINNESOTA
On Jan. 20, ICE arrested Kaw Bleh Htoo, a criminal illegal alien from Burma convicted of...
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT WITH A FIREARM
ARMED ROBBERY
LARCENY
This is who anti-ICE agitators are fighting for."
Later that day, ICE provided details on another arrest involving Omar Ahmed-Jama. The agency wrote: "ASSAULT & DOMESTIC ABUSE X2
Omar Ahmed-Jama, a Somalian criminal illegal alien, came to the U.S. as a refugee in 2010. Within two years, he was convicted of two domestic violence charges and assault.
ICE detained him near E. River Rd. in Minneapolis, MN, on 1/18."
Additionally, ICE announced a public update via social media regarding collaborative enforcement actions: "LIVE: ICE and @CBP hold a joint press conference to update on current immigration enforcement operations in Minneapolis, MN." (posted January 22, 2026).
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is responsible for enforcing federal laws governing border control, customs, trade, and immigration within the United States. The agency often conducts targeted operations to locate individuals who have violated immigration or criminal laws.
The recent announcements come amid ongoing debates over U.S. immigration enforcement practices and their impact on local communities.
