Senate hearings have intensified as top immigration officials, including the heads of ICE and Border Patrol, face scrutiny over recent actions and strategies amidst a significant surge in immigration cases in Minnesota. State officials have expressed strong opposition to the crackdown on immigration enforcement, with tensions rising as lawmakers confront ICE officials about tactics used during protests that resulted in fatalities. Key allegations of excessive force and controversial labeling of victims have been met with staunch defenses from the officials. Congressional members have challenged the ethics and legality of ongoing enforcement strategies, questioning if the practices mirror authoritarianism. As the situation develops, the looming threat of a DHS shutdown adds urgency to these proceedings, highlighting a deep divide in U.S. immigration policy.