Tim Walz Thanks Minnesota After Tumultuous Federal Surge--'Spring is Coming'
Source: Newsweek
Published Feb 14, 2026 at 07:55 PM EST
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz posted a message thanking his state's residents for their "resilience" following a difficult month that saw violence, death, and clashes with federal authorities. Walz said in a video message posted on X on Saturday: "The rest of the country saw what the soul of Minnesota looks like. Spring is coming."
Why It Matters
The Trump administration this week officially ended Operation Metro Surge, which was described as the largest modern U.S. immigration enforcement deployment in a single state.
Minnesota officials complained throughout the operation that it was straining local courts while igniting mass protests and triggering intense debates over constitutional rights and federal-local cooperation. The operation spurred widespread backlash after federal agents fatally shot two U.S. citizens, Renee Good and Alex Pretti, prompting bipartisan criticism and legal challenges from state and local leaders.
The fatal shootings of Good and Pretti prompted national protests and congressional oversight, with some Republicans breaking with the administration over rhetoric and tactics, underscoring political risks tied to aggressive enforcement strategies.
Read more: https://www.newsweek.com/tim-walz-thanks-minnesota-tumultuous-federal-surge-spring-coming-11525985
It’s a beautiful day in Minnesota. Spring is coming, people.
— Governor Tim Walz (@governorwalz.mn.gov) 2026-02-14T22:29:13.997Z
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It’s a beautiful day in Minnesota. Spring is coming, people.
5:29 PM · Feb 14, 2026
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"...a difficult month..."
People DIED at the hands of an out of control regime, you assholes! But, you won't say that, will you... ya bunch of ass kissers!