Cheers & Jeers: Ramsey County seeks justice for man arrested by ICE in underwear and Crocs
By Rochelle Olson
Published on April 17, 2026.
Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher and County Attorney John Choi are investigating possible kidnapping and false imprisonment charges against federal agents who detained ChongLy Scott Thao, a U.S. citizen, during Operation Metro Surge. The investigation is vital for federal accountability over the incident, which took place during the violent surge and continues to be investigated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The author suggests that candidates often engage in debates about debates, where candidate A proposes plans for 10 debates, but then candidate B responds to A's proposal without immediately agreeing to B's. The author also criticizes the claim that fluoride in drinking water negatively impacts children's intelligence and cognitive development, while Hennepin County Board Chair Irene Fernando's public outreach efforts were criticized as being inconsistent. Finally, the author praises Minnesota Timberwolves guard DiVincenzo for his tunnel walks to promote pet adoption and showcase dogs needing homes.
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