NBC News reporters Rebecca Shabad and Gary Grumbach were cited as authors/consulted for the report.

The order emphasizes the court's patience but warns that violations have continued despite assurances and steps reportedly taken to honor past orders.

A Minnesota federal judge, chief judge, ordered ICE acting director to personally appear in court to explain why he should not be held in contempt for failing to comply with court orders to hold bond and habeas hearings for detained immigrants.

Democratic criticism of DHS Secretary Kristi Noem over immigration handling prompted calls for leadership changes from figures like Senator John Fetterman and others in the party.

The judge criticized the Trump administration for not complying with court orders and for mishandling detainee hearings, noting the deployment of thousands of agents without provisions to process numerous habeas petitions and lawsuits.

Additional context references other Minnesota incidents and ICE-related news, including border security leadership changes and ongoing investigations.

National reaction includes a Reuters/Ipsos poll showing Trump’s immigration policy at a new low, with 53% disapproval and 39% approval amid Minneapolis incidents.

The reports show Minnesota federal courts facing a flood of lawsuits from immigrants affected by ICE operations, including complaints about transfers and attempted returns to other states.

ICE commander overseeing Minnesota operations is leaving Minneapolis amid administration reshuffles, with a controversial statement cited as a catalyst for change.

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White House officials and DHS were contacted for comment, but no response was reported at publication.

AP and The New York Times depict a broader pattern of immigration-related legal challenges facing Minnesota federal courts.