A day after the demotion of Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino and his expected departure from Minnesota, Department of Homeland Security Kristi Noem is also under internal scrutiny, sources tell CBS News.
Gov. Tim Walz's office confirmed late Tuesday morning that he has met with border czar Tom Homan. President Trump on Monday announced that Homan will go to Minneapolis following the fatal shooting of ICE nurse Alex Pretti.
'He has not been involved in that area, but knows and likes many of the people there,' Mr. Trump said. 'Tom is tough but fair, and will report directly to me.'Walz's office released the following statement on the visit with Homan:'Governor Walz met with Tom Homan this morning and reiterated Minnesota's priorities: impartial investigations into the Minneapolis shootings involving federal agents, a swift, significant reduction in the number of federal forces in Minnesota, and an end to the campaign of retribution against Minnesota.'The Governor and Homan agreed on the need for an ongoing dialogue and will continue working toward those goals, which the President also agreed to yesterday. The Governor tasked the Minnesota Department of Public Safety as the primary liaison to Homan to ensure these goals are met.' Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey also said he will be meeting with Homan to discuss next steps.
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