The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has blocked federal lawmakers from visiting an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility in Minneapolis under a new policy. A memo from Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem mandates that congressional visits be requested at least seven days in advance, contradicting federal law that typically allows unannounced oversight. The administration argues that because the Minneapolis facility is funded by the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act' rather than standard appropriations, the traditional unannounced visitation rules do not apply.

This policy was used to block Democratic Reps. Ilhan Omar, Angie Craig, and Kelly Morrison from touring the facility. The conflict arises amidst heightened tensions in Minneapolis, following an ICE agent's fatal shooting of 37-year-old Renee Good. Secretary Noem defends the restriction as necessary for safety and to prevent 'publicity stunts,' while Democrats argue it obstructs their constitutional duty to ensure humane treatment of detainees.

The dispute highlights a growing clash over executive authority and legislative oversight regarding immigration enforcement funding.