Documents show federal surveillance operation in Minnesota targeted progressive groups, unions
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Federal agents conducted a large-scale undercover surveillance operation in Minnesota earlier this year, targeting progressive organizations and labor unions protesting immigration enforcement. Known as Operation Puppet Master, the initiative aimed to monitor what officials described as a network of conspirators aiding 'violent opportunists.' Court documents revealed that Homeland Security officers infiltrated meetings in various public spaces, often centered around peaceful protests. The operation led to charges against 15 individuals for obstructing federal actions. Civil rights groups condemned the surveillance, asserting it threatens free expression and is a misuse of government power. The investigation has drawn significant public outrage.
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