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Federal judge halts Trump administration effort to subpoena Walz in immigration enforcement probe
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
A federal judge has blocked an attempt by the Trump administration to subpoena Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and other state officials, calling it an effort to “harass and retaliate against them.”In a ruling unsealed Monday, U.S. District Judge Patrick Schlitz found the “dominant purpose” of the subpoe...
Key takeaway Tim Walz and other state officials, calling it an effort to “harass and retaliate against them.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The federal judge's ruling to block the Trump administration's subpoena effort has implications for local governments in Bexar County, including Terrell Hills , as they navigate their own relationships with federal immigration authorities. The ruling reinforces the idea that local governments have the right to decide how to allocate their resources, including whether to assist with federal immigration enforcement. This is particularly relevant in a region like San Antonio, where the city and surrounding communities have grappled with how to balance cooperation with federal authorities while also protecting the rights of immigrant communities. The judge's finding that the Justice Department's subpoenas were motivated by a desire to retaliate against state officials who refused to cooperate with federal immigration efforts will likely be watched closely by local leaders in Terrell Hills and beyond, who may be considering their own responses to federal requests for assistance with immigration enforcement.
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Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
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