ICE Detains U.S. Citizen in Minnesota Home Without Warrant

ICE Detains U.S. Citizen in Minnesota Home Without Warrant

Federal agents forcibly entered the St. Paul residence of ChongLy "Scott" Thao, a U.S. citizen, detaining him without a warrant and leading him outside in subfreezing temperatures wearing only underwear.

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ChongLy Thao Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

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January 20, 2026
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ICE Detains U.S. Citizen in Minnesota Home Without Warrant
ICE Detains U.S. Citizen in Minnesota Home Without Warrant

The Guardian • 20 Jan 15:09

Federal agents forcibly entered the St. Paul residence of ChongLy "Scott" Thao, a U.S. citizen, detaining him without a warrant and leading him outside in subfreezing temperatures wearing only underwear.

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U.S. Citizen Detained by ICE in Minnesota Home Without Warrant
U.S. Citizen Detained by ICE in Minnesota Home Without Warrant

PBS • 20 Jan 14:39

Federal agents forcibly entered the St. Paul residence of ChongLy "Scott" Thao, a U.S. citizen, detaining him without a warrant and leading him outside in minimal clothing during freezing conditions.

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U.S. Citizen Detained by ICE Without Warrant in Minnesota Home
U.S. Citizen Detained by ICE Without Warrant in Minnesota Home

AP News • 20 Jan 05:59

Federal immigration agents forcibly entered the St. Paul residence of ChongLy "Scott" Thao, a U.S. citizen, detaining him at gunpoint without a warrant and leading him outside in subfreezing temperatures wearing only underwear.

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Minnesota Man Alleges ICE Agents Forcefully Detained Him at Home
Minnesota Man Alleges ICE Agents Forcefully Detained Him at Home

Yahoo • 20 Jan 00:44

A Minnesota resident claims ICE agents forcibly entered his home, detained him in minimal clothing, and later released him without explanation.

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ICE Detains Elderly Hmong-American in St. Paul Home; Family Alleges Mistaken Identity
ICE Detains Elderly Hmong-American in St. Paul Home; Family Alleges Mistaken Identity

CBS News • 20 Jan 00:25

An elderly Hmong-American man was detained by ICE agents in his St. Paul residence, with his family claiming mistaken identity and improper procedures during the operation.

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