Thursday, February 12th — The Trump administration announces the end of the federal immigration surge in Minnesota after more than two months and more than 4,000 arrests, with a drawdown of agents now underway.

Governor Tim Walz reacts to the “deep damage” left behind and pushes for financial help for businesses, while state leaders testify in a high-stakes Senate hearing on Minnesota’s immigration policies and cooperation with federal authorities. House Democrats also press for accountability, with local police warning ICE operations are straining public safety resources.

Plus, a Fargo disappearance is now a murder investigation, Congress considers new proof-of-citizenship voting requirements, new security measures ahead of the Minnesota legislative session, AI cameras crack down on distracted driving, a rare sexually transmitted fungal infection emerges in the Twin Cities, and Minnesota athletes make headlines at the Olympics.

Join Maria Lisignoli and Johnny Kahner for today’s episode of 4 Things to Know.

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